Statistics
It is estimated that over one million people are living with a primary brain tumor. It is important to note that brain tumors can occur at any age or in any gender. Brain tumors are the leading cause of cancer related deaths in children less than age 20 now surpassing leukemia. They are also the second leading cause of cancer death in females under 20 and male adults up to age 39.
Tumor Types
There are over 130 types of brain tumors. The most common symptoms include:
Symptoms
Common symptoms include but are not limited to:
Frequent headaches
Vomiting
Loss of appetite
Changes in mood and personality
Changes on ability to think and learn
Seizures
Treatment Options
Standard treatment options include but are not limited to the following:
Surgery
Radiation therapy
Chemotherapy
Additional Information
There have been major breakthroughs in treatment options within the past decade but there is still work to be done. For more information visit the sites below.
WebMD provides valuable health information, tools for managing your health, and support to those who seek information.
Health Grades is the leading independent healthcare ratings company for research hospitals, doctors, nursing homes, and more.
Visit the Federation of State Medical Boards to find your state’s medical or osteopathic board. You can use these resources to check a physician’s license status, disciplinary history, and, where available, board certification. Some services may require a fee.
Top hospitals for Neurology & Neurosurgery according to US News & Reports.
Top hospitals for Cancer treatment according to US News & Reports.
The Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) collects and reports standardized data about how patients feel about the care they received at hospitals.
Other Helpful Brain Tumor Resources
www.abta.org American Brain Tumor Association
www.braintumor.org National Brain Tumor Society
www.braintumorfoundation.org Brain Tumor Foundation
www.curethekids.org The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation