Treating a brain tumour

It's easy to feel overwhelmed if you've been diagnosed with a brain tumour. Here, you'll find some information to help you learn more about your diagnosis and treatment.

Drugs (chemotherapy) and radiation (radiotherapy) are often used to treat brain tumours. This general introduction to the different treatments will help you discuss them in more detail with your doctor. The treatment will vary according to your individual tumour type and needs.


Questions for your healthcare team

A list of common questions you may wish to ask your healthcare providers.

Who will care for me at the hospital?

Learn more about who will be providing your care.


Chemotherapy

Learn more about chemotherapy for brain tumours.


Radiotherapy – an overview

Learn more about radiotherapy for brain tumours.

Radiotherapy – planning your treatment

Learn more about the stages involved in planning your radiotherapy treatment.

Radiotherapy – during your treatment

Learn more about what your treatment will entail and any possible side-effects.

Radiotherapy – after your treatment

Learn more about what happens after radiotherapy.


How research into brain tumours is carried out

Read about some of the key tools and skills involved in carrying out brain tumour research.