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It all started with a pilocytic astrocytoma...
Brain Tumor | Last Active: Nov 17, 2018 | Replies (12)Comment receiving replies
Welcome to Connect, @helendee.
I'd like to introduce you to fellow members who are talking about pilocytic astrocytoma. Please meet @cleahy85 @rossam @markelia @steveninkc @lynda1992. You can learn more about them in this discussion:
- Has anyone been diagnosed with a pilocytic astrocytoma as an adult? http://mayocl.in/2lmRVVZ
Helen, Should you wish to consider a second opinion from experts at Mayo Clinic, please call any of our 3 campuses, http://mayocl.in/1mtmR63. You will be offered an appointment within 48 hours Be sure to mention the Brain Tumor 48-access program.
Has the tumor been confirmed as benign? What further treatment options are being considered? I can imagine that all of you are confused and probably quite frightened as well. We're here to listen.
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med BBI608 3) treat with one of targeted meds that attack mutations in my son's tumor. He had genetic testing done on tumor.We are petrified and very confused.Thanks.
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Hello Colleen,It was confirmed as benign in 1989. The tumor that returned at the same place in Dec. 2015 was called Grade 4 despite several benign characteristics. After a year of treatment it appears that there is now a small recurrence at edge of surgery site. Treatment options are to 1) remove 98% of recurrence 2) follow with clinical trial med