Glioma
Overview
Gliomas can occur in the brain and in various locations in the nervous system, including the brain stem and spinal column.
Symptoms
Different types of gliomas cause different symptoms. Some include headaches, seizures, irritability, vomiting, visual difficulties, and weakness or numbness of the extremities.
Treatments
Treatments include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and targeted molecular therapy.
Last Updated Jun 13, 2017
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