Gliomas: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Introduction: Gliomas are a type of tumor originating from glial cells, which are the supportive cells of the central nervous system. They are the most common type of primary brain tumors and can occur in different parts of the brain or spinal cord. Classification and Grading of Gliomas: Gliomas are classified into several types based […]
Meningioma: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Introduction: Meningioma is a type of brain tumor that develops in the meninges, the protective membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. These tumors are usually slow-growing and benign, but they can still cause serious health problems if they grow large enough to pressure the brain or spinal cord. Causes of Meningioma: The exact cause […]
Medulloblastoma: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments
Introduction: Medulloblastoma is a type of brain tumor that primarily affects children. It starts in the lower back part of the brain called the cerebellum, which is responsible for coordinating movement and balance. Classification of Medulloblastoma: Medulloblastomas are classified as a type of embryonal tumor, meaning they arise from embryonic cells that didn’t develop normally. […]
Anaplastic Astrocytoma: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Introduction: Anaplastic astrocytoma is a type of brain tumor that arises from astrocytes, a type of glial cell in the brain. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) grading system for brain tumors, it is classified as a grade III tumor. Anaplastic astrocytoma is considered a relatively aggressive form of brain cancer, although it is […]