Please provide a tip on how to ask your doctor about a brain tumor.

Ignore: Symptoms will generally be progressive and worsen over time and not often fluctuate.

Ignore: I have constant headaches, and it's unrelenting and have a family history of brain tumors.

Ignore: Join a brain tumor support group to understand your tumor type and help cope with the problem.

Ask: Ask your doctor if symptoms are due to the tumor or medicines you are taking to decrease swelling.

Ignore: Convey your concerns to you doctor. Create a list to help.

Ignore: Find out how many times your doc has dealt with your type of brain tumor & what is standard of care.

Ignore: Ask a trusted friend or family member to accompany you to the doctor if you need support.