Glioma

Updated: 2017-06-13

Overview

Gliomas can occur in the brain and in various locations in the nervous system, including the brain stem and spinal column.

Symptoms

Different types of gliomas cause different symptoms. Some include headaches, seizures, irritability, vomiting, visual difficulties, and weakness or numbness of the extremities.

Treatments

Treatments include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and targeted molecular therapy.