What is a cerebellar astrocytoma?
A cerebellar astrocytoma is one of the most common types of malignant brain tumor in children. People over the age of 10 rarely develop the cancer. Symptoms can vary, depending on the size and exact location of a cerebellar astrocytoma, but many patients experience headaches, nausea, and some degree of motor movement problems or mental confusion. When a tumor is discovered in its initial stages, brain surgery is usually effective at removing the malignancy completely. An advanced or spreading cancer may require surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy to reduce the chances of life-threatening complications.
