Question 1

please tell me what causes brain tumors to form?

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No one knows: The cause of most cancers is unknown. So ity is more an accident of nature..Or simply bad luck.

Question 2

what is the causes of brain tumor?

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Brain Tumors: Primary brain tumors arise from mutations in cells, caused by exposure to radiation
family history of certain genetic disorders like neurofibromatosis, tuberous sclerosis, von hippel-lindau disease, and li-fraumeni syndrome, having a compromised immune system (more so associated with CNS lymphomas and people infected with aids). Secondary brain tumors spread from lung, breast, or other sites.

Question 3

why would a brain tumor cause nausea?

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Increased pressure: Nausea and vomiting are non-specific symptoms of something being wrong in the body, not just in the stomach. The nausea with brain tumor is likely to be due to increase in intracranial pressure. Increased pressure in the eye, acute glaucoma, is often associated with vomiting.
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
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Question 4

can a brain tumor cause a chronic cough?

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Yes ... But : A brain tumor can cause a chronic cough, but the chances of this happening are so remote that you don't need to worry about it.  There are hundreds of causes of chronic cough more likely than a tumor.  See your doctor and get cracking.

Question 5

would a brain tumor cause tingling in my head?

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Most likely not: Brain tumor can present in a number of ways. You are at an unlikely age for brain tumor. Consider seeing your primary care provider or neurologist to evaluate tingling.

Question 6

can cell phones cause cancer, brain tumors, etc?

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Controversial: There is very little evidence that cell phone usage causes brain tumors.  At least one large study in (i think) sweden suggested a slight increase in the frequency of tumors or the 8th (acoustic) nerve in high-use individuals, but showed no increase in other types of brain tumors, including gliomas.  Other studies have not even supported that there are more 8th nerve tumors from cell phones.

Question 7

can magnetic resonance imaging cause brain tumors?

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No: Only adverse effect of MRI is heat deposition which is inconsequential provided patient has no metallic foreign bodies or pacemakers.

Question 8

where at in the head does a brain tumor cause pressure?

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Any place: A large enough tumour can cause increased pressure in skull cavity no matter where it is located. However even relatively small tumors in posterior fossa cavity of skull can lead to high intra cranial pressure.

Question 9

how could a brain tumor or other lesion cause severe insomnia?

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Related to location: Brain lesions effects the brain based on the function of the brain and the area it is located. If you have a tumor that is located in the area of the brain effects you consciousness then it will effect you consciousness.

Question 10

can a brain tumor cause photosynthesis (being sensitive to light)?

Accepted Answer

Plants convert : Carbon dioxide to oxygen using chlorophyl...This is photosynthesis.  Photophobia is "light sensitive" or fearing light, and is not specific to brain tumor, common to many, but may occur.

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