Astrocytoma treatment in Aguascalientes

Astrocytoma is a tumor that originates in the astrocytes, a type of cell of the central nervous system. It can occur in the brain or in the spinal cord and spans different grades of behavior.

Common symptoms: They depend on its location, but may include persistent headaches, seizures, changes in vision, or disturbances in movement and speech.

When to seek care? Headaches that change in pattern, new seizures, or progressive neurological deficits should be assessed as soon as possible.

Which professionals treat it? The neurologist and the neurosurgeon take part in its study, while the oncologist and the radiation oncologist take part in the different treatment alternatives. In the face of neurological symptoms that do not subside, it is advisable to request a specialized evaluation to define the steps to follow.