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Brain & Spinal Cancer

Brain and spinal cord tumors are masses of abnormal cells within the brain and/or spinal cord. Brain tumors rarely spread to other parts of the body, however, most can spread through the brain tissue. Because brain tumors, even benign masses, can grow and destroy normal brain tissue, most cases are referred to as brain tumors, rather than brain cancer. The main concerns for brain and spinal cord tumors are the rate at which they grow, how fast they are spreading, their location, and if they can be removed. Although malignant tumors are more rare than benign brain tumors, benign cases can be just as dangerous. Their ability to grow and create pressure on the brain can make them life-threatening.

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The Most Common Symptoms of Brain & Spinal Cancer Include:

  • Fatigue
  • Appetite loss
  • Hair loss
  • Headaches
  • Nausea
  • Mild memory loss or confusion
  • Nerve damage
  • Mild skin irritation

Because these symptoms may overlap with those of other conditions, it is important to get the correct diagnosis to find the right treatment. Use the form below to talk to one of our specialist about your symptoms today.

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Treating Brain & Spinal Cancer with Radiation

Radiation can be given to treat primary tumors in your brain and spine or tumors that have spread to the brain and spine from another part of your body (metastasized). We can deliver radiation after surgery (sometimes with chemotherapy) to try to kill tumor cells left in the brain or spine, as the main (primary) treatment if surgery can’t be done, and to help relieve symptoms caused by the tumor. Treatments are scheduled Monday through Friday over the course of several weeks. In some cases, we can delivery higher doses of radiation in fewer treatments.Your treatment is custom-tailored and unique to your diagnosis, tumor size, location and involvement. Your radiation oncologist (a doctor who specializes in treating cancer with radiation) will review all available treatment options and recommend a personalized plan for you based on national guidelines, which guide all cancer treatments. Radiation therapy is used either alone or in combination with other treatments such as chemotherapy and surgery.

Radiation can be delivered either from outside the body with a machine called a linear accelerator (external beam radiation) or from a radiation source implanted permanently or temporarily in the body (brachytherapy).

Benefits of Radiation Therapy

  • Pain Free Treatment Delivery
  • Non-Invasive
  • Custom Tailored Treatment Plan
  • Little to No Side Effects
  • Immediate Return to Daily Activities
  • Minimal Radiation Exposure to Adjacent Healthy Tissue

Why Choose OncoLogics?

ADVANCED THERAPIES

We are committed to offering the most advanced treatments available. Our treatment plans follow national guidelines and are the same protocols as those used by top academic cancer centers.

TEAM OF EXPERTS

Our doctors, nurses, technical and support staff are experts in their fields. We work as one closely coordinated team and enjoy what we do.

PATIENT & FAMILY CENTERED

We’re not afraid to admit that we love our patients and families. And because of that, we approach each person as if they were one of our own family members. We believe in the power of a smile or hug to help someone get through a challenging day.

PERSONALIZED CARE

Some patients may need as little as five treatments. We’ll spend time with you to make sure you understand your diagnosis and which treatment plan best meets your needs.

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We know you have a choice about where you get your cancer care but we hope you’ll choose us.