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Brain Cancer Causes & Risks

Causes

The cause of most primary brain cancer is unknown. The causes of secondary brain cancers are those that caused the cancer at the site of origin (eg, lung or breast ).

Risk Factors

These factors increase your chance of developing brain tumors:

  • Radiation
  • Immune system dysfunction
  • Family history of rare types of cancer

Any cancer throughout the body can spread to the brain. The following is a list of the most common tumors that may spread to the brain at some point:

Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Copyright © 2024 EBSCO Publishing All rights reserved.

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Maryann Gromisch RN
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