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National Brain Tumor Society | Brain Tumor Investment Fund

Empower yourself with comprehensive resources and support services for every stage.

Signs & Symptoms Brain Tumor Glossary

More than 93,000 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with a primary brain tumor each year. The resources below will help you throughout your experience.

Signs & Symptoms

There are 100+ distinct types of primary brain tumors. Each type has its own spectrum of presentations, treatments, and outcomes. Explore the most common signs and symptoms of a brain tumor.

Diagnosis

It can feel overwhelming when you receive a brain tumor diagnosis. NBTS has put together resources to help you navigate this stage of your brain tumor experience.

Treatment Options

Treatments for different brain tumors will depend on symptoms, location and biological aggressiveness of the tumor, the extent of possible surgical resection, and the tumor tissue pathology characteristics.

Stages of Treatment

These resources are intended to help ensure every patient gets the most personalized treatment possible. You can access key questions, treatment options, and much more in this section.

Additional Resources

Clinical Trial Finder

Search for local trial treatment for your specific tumor type.

Personalized Support

Connect with our program team for personalized resources.

Brain Tumor Glossary

Learn about terminology to better understand your diagnosis.

Patient & Caregiver Toolkit

Empower yourself with helpful tools and resources in our toolkit.

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Last Chance to Secure Your Spot in D.C.

Join NBTS and hundreds of advocates from across the country at Head to the Hill in Washington, D.C., from May 3-5. Register by April 6 to ensure your voice AND your state are represented as we urge Congress to fund brain tumor research and support key legislation.

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