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Tumours are abnormal growths in the body. Benign tumours are not cancerous and only grow in one place. They can't spread or invade other parts of the body, but can be dangerous if they press on vital organs, such as the brain. Once treated, benign tumours don't usually grow back.
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Neurofibromatosis type 1
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myDr
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Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) is a relatively common inherited condition affecting approximately one in 3000 people. It is also known as von Recklinghausen's disease.
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Apr 2008
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Brain tumours - cancer
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Better Health Channel
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Brain and spinal cord tumours can be either malignant (cancerous) or benign (not cancerous). Cancerous brain tumours affect adults of all ages and are one of the few cancers that occur in children. Most brain tumours develop from glial cells (gliomas). Symptoms and treatment depend on which part of the brain is affected.
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Jan 2008
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Meningioma
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Better Health Channel
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The brain is wrapped in membranes called meninges. A meningioma is a benign (non-cancerous) tumour that grows out of the meninges, for reasons unknown. Meningiomas respond well to treatment, with eight out of 10 cases cured. Treatment options include surgery.
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Jun 2007
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Polyps
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Better Health Channel
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A polyp is a small stalk-like protrusion that grows out of the membranes lining various areas of the body. Common sites for polyps include the nose, intestines and uterus. Treatment options depend on the location, but can include surgery.
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May 2007
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Acoustic neuroma
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Better Health Channel
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An acoustic neuroma is a type of benign tumour that grows in the canal connecting the brain to the inner ear. Symptoms may include difficulties with hearing and balance. Treatment options include monitoring, surgery and radiation therapy.
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Feb 2007
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Neurofibromatosis
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Better Health Channel
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There are two different types of neurofibromatosis. NF1, or von Recklinghausen's disease, is the most common and is an inherited disorder. NF2 is less common. Both are caused by different faulty genes, which may be inherited or may have spontaneously mutated at conception.
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Jan 2007
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Elective surgery for benign liver tumours
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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No evidence to support or refute elective surgery for benign liver tumours. The most common benign liver tumours include cavernous haemangioma, focal nodular hyperplasia, and hepatic adenoma. The majority of patients are asymptomatic, and no treatment is ...
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Nov 2006
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Tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC)
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Better Health Channel
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Tuberous sclerosis is a genetic disorder that affects various parts of the body to varying degrees of severity. Its common characteristic is the formation of tuber-like growths in the brain. There is no cure.
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Oct 2006
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Colon polyps
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myDr
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Colon polyps, outgrowths of tissue from the wall of the large bowel or colon, vary in size and shape.
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Jul 2006
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Haemangiomas
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Sydney Children's Hospital,The Children's Hospital at Westmead
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Haemangiomas are common birthmarks which represent tumours or growths made up of small blood vessels. A number of questions about haemangiomas are answered.
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Aug 2000
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