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Meningioma
Meningioma, also known as meningeal tumor, is typically a slow-growing tumor that forms from the meninges, the membranous layers surrounding the brain and spinal cord. Symptoms depend on the location and occur as a result of the tumor pressing on nearby . Many cases never produce symptoms. Occasionally , , trouble talking, vision problems, one sided weakness, or loss of control may occur.
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Symptoms — what it feels like
- ·None, , , trouble talking, vision problems, one sided weakness
How it's found
- ·Medical
Treatment
- ·Observation, , therapy
Outlook
- ·95% ten year survival with complete removal
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