Brain tumours

A brain tumour (or growth) is an abnormal group of cells in the brain. Learn about the different parts of the brain, the causes and symptoms of brain tumours and who is involved in the care and treatment of a child with a brain tumour.

Not all brain tumours are the same. The symptoms and severity of a brain tumour depend on the area of the brain it's in and the type of tumour. Learn more about the different types of brain tumours.

Diagnosis is an important stage in understanding what is happening with your child. A diagnosis will help the treatment team choose the most effective treatment for your child. Learn what happens during the diagnostic stage.

Learn about the types of available treatments for brain tumours, as well as potential side effects of each treatment and how to manage them.

A brain tumour and it's treatments can cause a range of short-term and long-term side effects and complications. Some children may not have any side effects while others will experience several over many years.

A brain tumour and its treatments can impact appetite and weight gain. Some children may have difficulty eating while others experience excess weight. Learn more about how these issues can be managed.

Your child will likely need rehabilitation after treatment to help with mobility, swallowing, mutism or other concerns. Learn about the different types of rehabilitation therapists and how they can help your child.

Read about how to support your child at school after brain tumour treatment, as well as the potential effects a brain tumour and its treatments can have on learning.

Discover articles, guided meditations, and more to help both you and your child cope with stress, find a moment of peace, and understand your thoughts and emotions.

Read about what to expect from family life and follow-up visits after brain tumour treatment ends.

Palliative care includes reducing the physical, psychological, social and spiritual suffering that is associated with serious illness. Learn more about palliative care and talking to kids about serious illness.