There are various types of brain tumors are differentiated into two groups on the basis of its development, which is a benign tumor that is not cancerous and malignant tumors that cause cancer. Tumors that originate from the brain known as primary brain tumors, while cancer that begins in other parts of the body and spread to the brain is called secondary or metastatic brain tumors.
Levels of brain tumors are divided from level 1 to level 4. These groupings are based on the behavior of the tumor itself, such as the rate of growth and how its spread. Brain tumors are classified as benign and malignant potential are at levels 1 and 2. While at levels 3 and 4, usually have the potential to become cancerous and are often referred to as malignant brain tumors or brain cancer.
Following are the various types of benign brain tumors by location of the brain cell growth, namely:
Gliomas. Tumors were located in the glial tissue (tissue that binds nerve cells and fibers) and spinal cord. Most brain tumors that occur is the type of glioma.
Meningioma. This tumor occurs in the membranes that protect the brain and spinal cord. Most of these tumors are not cancerous.
Hemangioma. Tumors that occur in the blood vessels of the brain. This condition can cause partial paralysis and convulsions.
Acoustic neuroma. Tumor that grows on the acoustic nerve that helps control the balance and hearing.
Pituitary adenoma. Tumours in the pituitary gland (a small gland located below the brain). Most of these tumors are benign tumor types and can affect the pituitary hormone with effects throughout the body.
Craniopharyngioma. Tumors that tend to occur in children, adolescents, and young people, is near the base of the brain.
Medulloblastoma. It is a type of tumor is the most common cancer in children. Tumors starting from the back of the onion tends to spread to the brain and spinal cord fluid. It is rare in adults, but this condition can arise.
PNETs (primitive neuroectodermal tumors). Types of rare tumors that are cancerous and begin fetal cells in the brain. This type of tumor can occur in any part of the brain.
Germ cell tumors. This type of tumor usually develops when childhood when the testicles or ovaries begin to form. But this type of tumor can move to other body parts such as the brain.
In addition to the types of tumors above, there is also a tumor composed of a combination of several types of tumors, or tumors with a combination of different levels. Handling is done very dependent on tumor malignancy, tumor location is located, and also the condition of your health.
This page is specifically discusses the brain tumor (benign) stage 1 and 2. Please read brain cancer to know more about malignant brain tumor.
Symptoms of Brain Tumor
Symptoms of brain tumors are very different from one another. Symptoms appear influenced by the size, rate of growth, and location of the tumor. Tumors that grow slowly initially may not cause any symptoms. After some time, the tumor will put pressure on the brain that cause symptoms such as seizures and headaches. Brain tumors are located at a given location can interfere with the workings of the brain to function properly.
Cause Brain Tumors
Until now the main cause of most benign brain tumors remains unknown. Certain hereditary factors as well as the side effects of radiotherapy procedures can increase your risk of developing a brain tumor. There are several factors that can increase the risk of brain tumors.
Brain Tumor Treatment
Diagnosis and treatment are done early will facilitate the handling of the brain tumor. If not promptly treated, this condition can become more serious. Brain tumors usually do not spread out and just stay in one place only, but brain tumors can put pressure and damage the surrounding area. Treatment depends on the type, size, and location of the tumor.
Tumor removal surgery procedures performed on benign brain tumors are generally successfully treated and the tumor does not reappear. As a result, this condition does not cause the problem continues later on.
While in the second stage of glioma brain tumors, tumors often grow back after treatment. In addition, these conditions also has the potential to turn into a malignant brain tumor dissemination and faster growth.
To help the recovery process, the doctor would suggest some kind of therapy. You can talk about the emotional impact of the diagnosis and treatment of tumors with counseling.
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