Brain Tumor
Brain Tumor Overview
Neurological Symptoms
- New headaches or change in headache pattern.
- Unexplained nausea or vomiting, especially in the morning.
- Vision problems (blurred, double vision, or peripheral loss).
- Gradual loss of sensation or movement in an arm or leg.
- Difficulty with balance, speech, or confusion.
- Seizures in someone with no history of them.
Complex Treatments
Neurosurgery (Craniotomy)
Stereotactic Radiosurgery (e.g., Gamma Knife)
Sources and medical information
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Sources checked: 29 July 2026
This page provides general educational information. It does not replace medical advice, diagnosis or treatment from a qualified healthcare professional. Brain and central nervous system tumours are a diverse group of conditions. They may be benign or malignant, and a tumour that spreads to the brain from another part of the body is different from a primary brain tumour. Symptoms vary with the tumour type, size and location and may have many other causes. Contact a healthcare professional about persistent, unexplained or worsening headaches, seizures, nausea or vomiting, vision or speech changes, weakness, balance problems, confusion, personality changes or another neurological change. IARC estimates 324,095 new malignant brain and central nervous system cancer cases and 248,964 deaths worldwide in 2024. These population figures do not include every benign brain tumour and cannot predict an individual outcome; prognosis and treatment depend on the exact tumour type, molecular features, grade, location, age, overall health and response to treatment.