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Glioblastoma Multiforme (GBM), this rapid-growing glioma is the most invasive of all the glial tumors. It forms in the brain’s astrocyte cells, typically starting in the cerebrum. GBM grow so quickly is that they produce their own blood supply and the cells are constantly reproducing. They can easily invade healthy brain tissue. Symptoms will depend upon the size and the location of the tumor but can include difficulties with movement or balance, personality changes, changes in vision, and headache, vomiting and loss of appetite.

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Astrocytoma are brain tumors that develop from glial cells called astrocytes and are the most common glial based tumor in adults. There are four sub-types of Astrocytomas which are graded based on their structural abnormalities and the speed of their growth. Slow growing tumors are called low grade astrocytoma and rapidly growing one are called high grade astrocytoma.

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These tumors develop from a specific type of glial cell: Oligodendrocytes. Glial cells are the support cells of your nervous system. They maintain and protect the neurons that send and relay signals within, to and from your brain. Oligodendrogliomas account for between 5% and 15% of all gliomas, and about 3% to 4% of all brain tumors. The World Health Organization (WHO) grading scale ranges from grade 1 (lowest) to grade 4 (highest).

Oligodendroglioma often contain hemorrhages, cysts, or calcifications which can be found on CT scans as well as MRIs. This type of glioma can occur in the temporal lobe or frontal lobe. Symptoms will depend on the type and location but may include seizures and headaches, and problems with movement and balance.

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Medulloblastoma (muh-dul-o-blas-TOE-muh) is a cancerous brain tumor that starts in the lower back part of the brain. This part of the brain is called the cerebellum. It is involved in muscle coordination, balance and movement. Medulloblastoma begins as a growth of cells, which is called a tumor. The cells grow quickly and can spread to other parts of the brain. Medulloblastoma cells tend to spread through the fluid that surrounds and protects your brain and spinal cord. This is called cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). Medulloblastomas don't usually spread to other parts of the body.

Medulloblastoma can happen at any age, but most often occurs in young children. Though medulloblastoma is rare, it's the most common cancerous brain tumor in children.

Signs and symptoms of medulloblastoma may include, Dizziness, Double vision, Headaches, Nausea, Poor coordination, Tiredness, Unsteady walk, Vomiting. CTs and MRIs to show the size and location of the tumor.

Treatment for medulloblastoma usually includes surgery followed by radiation or chemotherapy, or both.

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An Ependymoma is a slow-growing tumor in your brain or spinal cord. It’s a primary central nervous system tumor, meaning it starts in your brain or spinal cord instead of starting elsewhere and spreading. These tumors usually don’t spread beyond your brain or spinal cord. They develop in both adults and children but are more common in children.

Healthcare providers rate ependymomas on a 1 to 3 grading scale, with grade 1 tumors growing the slowest and grade 3 tumors growing the fastest.

Ependymoma symptoms vary depending on the tumor location and size and your age. CTs and MRIs demonstrates these tumors.Treatment options for ependymoma includes surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy.

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Central Neurocytoma (CNC) is an extremely rare, ordinarily benign intraventricular brain tumor that typically forms from the neuronal cells of the septum pellucidum. The majority of central neurocytomas grow inwards into the ventricular system forming interventricular neurocytomas. This leads to two primary symptoms of CNCs, blurred vision and increased intracranial pressure. Treatment for a central neurocytoma typically involves surgical removal, with an approximate 1 in 5 chance of recurrence.

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Choroid plexus papilloma (CPP) is a rare type of brain tumor. They are generally benign (not cancer). Benign also means that the growth does not spread to other parts of the body. CPP is most common in young children, but it can also appear in adults. CPP are generally slow-growing tumors. It is very rare for this type of tumor to spread outside the brain.

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Non-cancerous tumours in the pituitary gland that don't spread beyond the skull.

The pituitary gland is in the skull, below the brain and above the nasal passages. A large tumour can press upon and damage the brain and nerves.

Vision disturbance or headaches are usually presenting symptoms. In some cases, hormones can also be affected, interfering with menstrual cycles, and causing sexual dysfunction. Based on different hormonal irregularities, symptoms may differ. MRI, CT scan and hormonal assay helps in diagnosing the problem.

Treatments include surgery and medication to block excess hormone production or shrink the tumour. In some cases, radiation may also be used.

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This type of tumor develops at the front of the brain just above the pituitary gland. This is a rare type of brain tumor composed of epithelial tissue made up of squamous cells. Craniopharyngiomas create pressure on the brain and cranial nerves surrounding them (such as the optic nerves), which is usually how they are diagnosed. Symptoms include headaches, nausea and vomiting, difficulty with movement and balance, endocrine dysfunction, and stunted growth. Larger tumors can cause personality changes and memory loss.

Your neurosurgeon and endocrinologist (hormone disorder specialist) will work together to develop the optimal treatment plan for you. Treatment for a craniopharyngioma (or other brain tumor) may include the surgical removal of the tumor through a procedure called a craniotomy or endoscopic surgery.

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