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For what length of time can someone live with cancer in their brain?

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Variable: Prognosis depends upon whether primary aggressive tumor such as glioblastoma multiforme vrs secondary metastatic tumor. The former responds poorly to surgery, irradiation, and chemo, but a secondary tumor might well be controlled with multiple measures. Your questions can be best addressed by experienced oncologist.

Answered 4/24/2016

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