A brain tumour is a collection of abnormal brain cells.

There are numerous types of brain tumours. Some brain tumours are noncancerous (benign), while others are cancerous (malignant).Brain tumours can begin in the brain (primary brain tumours) or spread to the brain from other parts of the body (metastatic brain tumours).
The rate at which a brain tumour grows can be quite variable. The rate of growth and location of a brain tumour determine how it affects nervous system function.
Brain tumour treatment options are determined by the type of tumour, as well as its size and location.

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Symptoms

The signs and symptoms of a brain tumour differ greatly depending on the tumor’s size, location, and rate of growth.

The following general signs and symptoms can be caused by brain tumours:

• New headaches or a shift in headache pattern
• Unknown cause of nausea or vomiting
• Difficulties with speech
• Feeling Tired all time
• Confusion in everyday situations
• Difficulty in Making decisions
• Inability to follow simple instructions
• Changes in personality or behaviour
• Hearing issues

Causes

Primary brain tumours develop in the brain or nearby tissues, such as the brain-covering membranes (meninges), cranial nerves, pituitary gland, or pineal gland.

Primary brain tumours develop when normal cells’ DNA changes (mutations). The DNA of a cell contains the instructions that tell the cell what to do.The mutations tell the cells to grow and divide quickly, as well as to live even when healthy cells would die.As a result, a mass of abnormal cells forms a tumour.

Primary brain tumours are much less common in adults than secondary brain tumours, which occur when cancer begins elsewhere and spreads to the brain.

There are numerous types of primary brain tumours. Each is named after the type of cells involved. Here are some examples:

• Gliomas – Astrocytoma’s, ependymomas, glioblastomas, oligoastrocytomas, and oligodendrogliomas are examples of tumours that begin in the brain or spinal cord.
• Meningiomas. A meningioma is a type of tumour that develops from the membranes that surround your brain and spinal cord (meninges). The majority of meningiomas are benign.
• Acoustic Neuroma (schwannomas). These are benign tumours that form on the nerves that control balance and hearing as they travel from the inner ear to the brain.
• Pituitary Adenomas. These are tumours that form in the pituitary gland, which is located at the base of the brain. These tumours can disrupt pituitary hormone production, causing symptoms throughout the body.
• Medulloblastomas. Although these cancerous brain tumours can occur at any age, children are the most commonly affected. Medulloblastoma begins in the lower back of the brain and spreads through the spinal fluid.
• Tumors of germ cells. During childhood, germ cell tumours can form in the testicles or ovaries. Germ cell tumours, on the other hand, can spread to other parts of the body, including the brain.
• Craniopharyngiomas. These uncommon tumours begin near the pituitary gland in the brain, which secretes hormones that regulate many bodily functions. As the craniopharyngioma grows slowly, it may affect the pituitary gland and other structures near the brain.

Risk Factors

The cause of primary brain tumours is unknown in the majority of cases. However, doctors have identified some risk factors for developing a brain tumour.

The following are risk factors:

Radiation exposure. People who have been exposed to ionising radiation are at a higher risk of developing a brain tumour. Ionizing radiation is used to treat cancer, and radiation exposure from atomic bombs is another example.
There is a family history of brain tumours. A small percentage of brain tumours occur in people who have a family history of brain tumours or genetic syndromes that increase the risk of brain tumours.

Diagnosis

A Neurological Examination. A neurological exam may include, among other things, testing your vision, hearing, balance, coordination, strength, and reflexes.. Difficulty in one or more areas may reveal information about

Imaging Examinations. Brain tumours are frequently diagnosed using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

A Stereotactic Needle biopsy may be performed for brain tumours in difficult-to-reach areas or in areas of your brain that would be damaged by a more extensive operation. .

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Treatment for a brain tumour is determined by the tumor’s type, size, and location, as well as your overall health and preferences.

Surgery

If the brain tumour is in an accessible location for surgery, your surgeon will work to remove as much of the brain tumour as safely possible.

Some brain tumours are small and easily separated from surrounding brain tissue, allowing for complete surgical removal. Other brain tumours cannot be separated from surrounding tissue or are located in sensitive areas of your brain, making surgery dangerous. In such cases, your doctor will remove as much of the tumour as is safe.

Even removing a portion of the brain tumour may help alleviate your symptoms.