Brain tumours in children can cause persistent headaches, early-morning vomiting, seizures, imbalance, weakness, visual changes, behavioural changes or decline in school performance. Symptoms vary according to the tumour’s size and location.

Children with suspected or diagnosed brain tumours receive coordinated medical and surgical care involving paediatric neurologists, neurosurgeons, oncologists, radiologists, pathologists and rehabilitation specialists. Treatment may include surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, seizure management and supportive rehabilitation.

The treatment plan is developed according to the tumour type, location, stage, the child’s age and overall neurological condition.