Brain Tumor

Doctors will use an array of tools to assess the presence of a glioblastoma, including MRIs, CAT Scans, neurological exams, and a thorough medical history.

Glioblastomas are staged on factors such as the patient’s age, how cells look under a microscope, and the presence of seizures. The grade helps predict the length of survival.

The symptoms a glioblastoma causes relate to the location of the tumor, its size, and the pressure it puts on the brain.

In the United States, about 359,000 people are living with a primary brain or central nervous system tumor. Get more facts at EverydayHealth.com.