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These tumours can be either primary—originating in the brain—or secondary—spread from other areas of the body. The location and size of the tumour will affect the symptoms; these could include headaches, seizures, vision or hearing issues, memory loss, or personality changes.
Diagnosis often involves neurological tests, MRI or CT scans, and occasionally biopsies to determine the kind, location, and grade of the tumour, which will guide the course of treatment; this may include surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, or focused pharmacological therapies. Several examples also look at advanced choices such as immunotherapy or clinical trials.
Because brain tissues are sensitive and affect cognition and motor abilities, brain cancer presents difficult problems. Patient recovery and quality of life depend on supportive care—including neurorehabilitation and counselling—that addresses outcomes. Much depends on early identification and comprehensive treatment. Although not all brain tumours are treatable, developments in research keep the promise of better survival and treatment.