There are several treatment options for treating a brain tumor, depending on the tumor type and stage:
- Surgery
- Radiation therapy
- Chemotherapy
Some patients receive a combination of treatments.
Brain Tumor
Treatment & Care
Treatment Options for a Brain Tumor
Submitted by Steve Ross on Wed, 09/27/2006 - 2:57pm.
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Alternative and Complementary (Integrative) Medical Approaches to the Treatment of Cancer
Submitted by Steve Ross on Sun, 08/06/2006 - 4:17pm.
In general, cancer-related alternative medicine refers to therapies, such as mistletoe or coenzyme Q-10 (CoQ10)*, that may be used instead of conventional treatments. Complementary or integrative medicine, on the other hand, usually means therapies used in conjunction with traditional treatments.
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Treatment for Brain Cancer Depends on Many Factors
Submitted by Steve Ross on Wed, 08/02/2006 - 12:19pm.
According to the Mayo Clinic, treatment for a brain tumor — along with survival odds — depends on the type, size and location of the tumor, as well as your age and overall health.
Initial treatment of a brain tumor may include steroid medications to reduce swelling and inflammation of brain tissue. Anticonvulsant medications may help prevent or control seizures.
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