Life After... Brain tumor Brain Tumour What is a brain tumour? A brain tumour is a growth of cells in the brain that multiplies in an abnormal, uncontrollable way. Symptoms of a brain tumour The symptoms of a brain tumour vary depending on the exact part of the brain affected. Common symptoms include: Severe, persistent headaches Seizures Persistent nausea, vomiting and drowsiness Mental or behavioural changes such as memory problems or changes in personality Vision or speech problems. Causes and risks The cause of most brain tumours is unknown, but there are a number of risk factors that may increase your chances of developing a brain tumour. Risk factors include: Age - the risk of getting a brain tumour increases with age, although some types of brain tumour are more common in children Previous cancers - children who've had cancer have a higher risk of getting a brain tumour in later life; adults who've had leukaemia or non-Hodgkin lymphoma also have an increased risk. Family history and genetic conditions - some genetic conditions are known to increase the risk of getting a brain tumour including tuberous sclerosis Living with brain tumour and it's after effects Post surgery many people will live with the after effects of a brain tumour or brain surgery. BodyBasic Gym: To help with any progressive weakness or paralysis Cognitive Rehabilitation: To help with memory problems Virtual Reality Rehabilitation: To help with progressive weakness and general cognitive rehabilitation For more information about brain tumours please visit: http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/brain-tumours/Pages/Introduction.aspx