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What is a pineal tumor?
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A brain tumor: A pineal tumor is an abnormal growth in the pineal gland, which is in the center of the brain. It can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancer). Even benign pineal tumors may cause severe symptoms like vision loss, headaches, and hormone problems due to the location.
Answered 7/10/2012
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Different types: The pineal gland is located in the center of the brain which makes the hormone melatonin (involved in regulating sleep.) there are different types of pineal cancers, and the treatments and outcomes vary depend on the tumor type and extent of the disease at diagnosis. Read more here: http://www.Braintumor.Org/patients-family-friends/about-brain-tumors/tumor-types/pineal-tumor.Html.
Answered 3/26/2013
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Near Center of brain: The pineal gland is located near the center of the brain. A pineal tumor is generally located in the same area.
Answered 9/2/2015
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I found out yesterday I have a pineal gland tumor whats the next step and how do I deal with it until I go to an neurologist ?
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How big would a tumor be on the pineal gland before it starts pushing onto the brain stem?
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I had a 1.5 centimeter pineal tumor removed a week ago. My question is why does a lot of neurosurgeons at great university hospitals not help me?
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