Meningioma
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A meningioma is a tumor that originates in the meninges, the membranes that cover the brain and the spinal cord. In most cases it is slow-growing and benign in behavior, though its effect depends on its size and location.
How it shows up: many cause no symptoms and are discovered by chance; others can cause headaches, visual changes, weakness, or seizures depending on the area affected.
When to seek care? In the face of persistent headaches that differ from the usual, or new neurological symptoms, a medical evaluation is worthwhile.
Which specialist treats it? A meningioma is usually managed in neurosurgery and, depending on the case, with the support of radiation oncology or radiotherapy. Each situation is different, so individual follow-up with professionals is essential.
Data on 152 doctors who treat meningioma
Which specialist treats meningioma?
A meningioma should be evaluated by a neurosurgeon, a specialist in the surgical treatment of nervous system tumors. A radiation oncologist may be involved if radiation therapy is part of the treatment plan. You can find these specialists available.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in meningioma
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. José Ramón Olivas C.
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Isaac E. Tello Mata
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Mauricio Armando Esqueda Liquidano
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Dharely Raquel Cid Sanchez
Dr. Dharely Raquel Cid Sanchez
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Bernardo Velazquez Pallares
Dr. Gloria Nayeli Vega Hernández
Dr. Iran Pardo
Dr. Adriana Domínguez Ayala
Frequently asked questions
What is meningioma?
A meningioma is a tumor that originates in the meninges, the membranes that cover the brain and the spinal cord. In most cases it is slow-growing and benign in behavior, though its effect depends on its size and location.
Which doctor treats meningioma?
A meningioma should be evaluated by a neurosurgeon, a specialist in the surgical treatment of nervous system tumors. A radiation oncologist may be involved if radiation therapy is part of the treatment plan. You can find these specialists available.