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Treatments and Side Effects

No two brain tumors are exactly alike, so your treatment plan will depend on a wide range of factors, from the tumor’s type, size, and location to your age and overall health. Your treatment options may also change over time.

In this section, you’ll find details about treatment options and common side effects of treatments. The ABTA CareLine is also a great source of general information about brain tumors, treatment options, and social support. 

Brain Tumor Treatments & Their Side Effects

Long-Term Side Effects of Brain Tumor Treatment

As brain tumor patients live longer with improved therapies, learn more about the long-term effects from common treatments for benign and malignant brain tumors. View this American Brain Tumor Association’s Educational Webinar, “Late Treatment Effects in Survivorship.” This webinar will be presented by Dr. Patrick Wen, MD, Director of the Center For Neuro-Oncology at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Professor of Neurology at Harvard Medical School. Webinar Overview: • Understand the late effects associated with common brain tumor treatments like surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy • Learn about preventative measures to reduce the chances of late effects occurring • Discuss actions patients and caregivers can take to minimize the impact of late effects • Q&A The ABTA educational webinars are designed for brain tumor patients and caregivers to learn more about brain tumor types, treatments and research. Webinars are 60 minutes and free to all who are interested. To learn about upcoming webinars, click here.

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Newly diagnosed? Start here.

We’ve put together a few first steps to help you navigate your brain tumor journey. This free “Newly Diagnosed Toolkit” has what you need to get started, including diagnosis, treatment, and tumor-specific information for some tumor types.

Brain Tumor Side Effects

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Rehabilitation Options

Rehabilitation is a key part of your recovery. A targeted rehabilitation program led by trained therapists can help you get back your strength, stamina, and function. Here are your key therapy options:

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CareLine

800-886-ABTA (2282) 8:30 AM-5:00 PM CST or info@abta.org
- Information on treatment and care
- Finding brain tumor treatment centers
- Financial assistance resources
- Finding clinical trials

Support Groups

From diagnosis, surgery, and treatment side effects, to recovery and for some—recurrence—you may feel anxious and isolated. Support groups can improve your emotional well-being and quality of life. Virtual and in-person options.

Patient & Caregiver Mentor Support

Our Mentor Program offers patients and caregivers the opportunity to connect with someone who has gone through a similar brain tumor diagnosis, treatment, and care.

Financial Support

Being diagnosed with a brain tumor takes a toll on the patient and their family physically, emotionally, and financially. Medical bills and related costs can quickly add up. We have a list of resources to help.

Webinars

The free educational webinar series is an excellent resource for brain tumor patients and caregivers to learn more about brain tumor types, treatments, well-being topics, and research updates from nationally recognized experts.

Educational Resources

- About Brain Tumors
- Questions to Ask Your Doctor
- Tumor-specific educational materials
- Caregiver Handbook
- Clinical Trials
and more

Gina & Tim Abbas
Caregiver & Anaplastic Astrocytoma Survivor

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