Diseases

Metastatic Brain Tumor

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A metastatic brain tumor is cancer that started in another part of the body and has spread to the brain.

SYMPTOMS

Nausea and vomiting.
Seizure.
Weakness or numbness in parts of the body, such as the face, arms or legs.
Problems with memory and confusion.
Changes in behaviour and personality.
Problems with balance and coordination.
Loss of bladder or bowel control (called incontinence)

CAUSES

Any cancer can spread to the brain, but the types most likely to cause brain metastases are lung, breast, colon, kidney and melanoma. ... As the metastatic brain tumors grow, they create pressure on and change the function of surrounding brain tissue. Brain Metastases can causemany signs and symptoms.