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Can a 4 year old, male, survive a benign tumor located in the back of the head, which cannot be opperated on?

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Dr. Aasim Sehbai answered

Specializes in Medical Oncology

Benign: Yes but better to get a surgical evaluation.

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Answered 5/6/2013

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