Brain Cancer
What is Brain Cancer?
Primary brain cancer develops from cells within the brain part of the central nervous system the brain is the control center for vital functions of the body including speech movement thoughts feelings memory vision hearing and more.Primary brain tumors are classified by the type of cell or tissue the tumor affects, and the location and grade of the tumor. Tumor cells may travel short distances within the brain, but generally won't travel outside of the brain itself. When cancer develops elsewhere in the body and spreads to the brain, it’s called a secondary brain tumor, or metastatic brain cancer. Metastatic brain tumors are more common than primary brain tumors. Some cancers that commonly spread to the brain include lung, colon, kidney and breast cancers.
How to prevent Brain Cancer
- Be aware of your risk. ...
- Recognize your risk increases with age. ...
- Ask about your family's medical history. ...
- Limit exposure to radiation. ...
- Understand what kinds of radiation do not cause brain cancer. ...
- Change your eating and nutritional habits. ...
- Exercise regularly.