Diseases

Mixed Gliomas

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Oligoastrocytomas belong to a group of brain tumors called “gliomas.” Gliomas are Tumors that come from the glial, or supportive, cells of the brain. There are several different types of gliomas. An oligoastrocytoma is a “mixed glioma” tumor, which contains both abnormal oligodendroglioma and astrocytoma cells.

SYMPTOMS

Headache.
Feeling or being sick.
Seizures (fits)
Difficulty speaking.
Weakness in an arm or a leg.
Problems with coordination and balance.
Problems with sight.

CAUSES

Mixed gliomas are a type of tumour that develops from the main supporting cells (glial cells) in the brain or spinal cord. Symptoms may include: headaches. feeling or being sick.