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How is a Brain Tumor Diagnosed?

How is a Brain Tumor Diagnosed?  

created at May 03, 2009   1,296  
The doctor does a complete physical exam with special attention to neurological examination. This includes checks for alertness, muscle strength, coordination, reflexes and response to pain. The doctor also examines the eyes for swelling caused by a tumor ...

What are the types of brain tumors?  

created at May 04, 2009   1,400  
There are primary and secondary brain tumors. Tumors that begin in brain tissue are known as primary tumors. Secondary tumors are when cancer spreads from another site to the brain, which is called metastasis. Brain tumors are classified by the type of tis...