Publisher's Synopsis
A brain tumor is a cluster of abnormal cells that grow out of control in your brain.
Some brain tumors are benign, which means the cells aren't cancer. Others are malignant, meaning they're cancer.
Brain tumors are called primary tumors if they started in your brain.
They're considered secondary if they started somewhere else in your body and spread to your brain.
This may be called palliative care or supportive care. It is often started soon after diagnosis and continued throughout treatment.
Be sure to talk with your health care team about the symptoms you experience, including any new symptoms or a change in symptoms.
Learn more about managing symptoms of a brain tumor in the Types of Treatment section.
