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What exactly is a brain tumor?

When there is an abnormal growth of cells in your brain, this is called a brain tumor. It has many kinds. The brain tumor which can lead to cancer is called a malignant brain tumor. In contrast, some brain tumors do not lead to cancer, called benign brain tumors. The initiation of brain cancer is of two types. First, it starts in the brain mainly (primary brain tumors). On the other hand, the second one starts from the body and then reaches the brain (metastatic brain tumor). Symptoms and signs of brain tumor- The symptoms and signs of brain tumors vary with brain tumor’s location, size, and growth rate. Brain tumors can have a diversity of signs and symptoms, comprising: Headaches that seem to be more regular and severe over time Eyesight problems include double vision, blurred vision, or loss of peripheral vision. Balance difficulty High level of tiredness. Difficulty in making decisions Behavioral changes Treatment of brain tumor- Surgery- For most cases of brain tumors, doctors do