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[bkgirl]

Is anyone familiar with this type of brain tumor? My 38 y/o son was just diagnosed with this, and my heart is broken....

[Mom2Dogs]

I have no experience or knowledge about this but I am so sorry.....praying for your son and family.

[brii]

I'm so sorry about your son.

I've never heard of that. I hope he has a good medical team that will help you and your family understand all of this.

[betteb]

((((((((((((bkgirl)))))))))))))))) I'm so very sorry.

There are so many different types of Astrocytoma, there is no way for me, or anyone really besides his Dr, to give you any info about it, without a lot more info about his specific case.

"Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness." (Isaiah 41:10)

[conlt]

I am sorry, I don't know about this type of tumor. Hopefully, all can be taken care of. I was just diagnosed with 2 Pituitary Adenoma's and they are working me up for Cushing's Disease. For me it has been a very scary month. However, I did a lot of research on reliable sites such as University Medical Schools, the Pituitary Society, and the National Institute of Health. The one thing I did learn in all that I read is that if surgery is needed that I need to go to a very experienced surgeon. So all as I can tell you is that if he needs surgery, search for a surgeon that specializes in the condition that he has. I am praying for his recover, keep us posted.

[apple1964]

Only your doctor can explain best about what this brain tumor is. Godspeed for your son.

[GCR18]

My friends teenage daughter was diagnosed with a brain tumor last week. They are going to a children's hospital next week to talk with a specialist. Brian tumors don't always lead to surgery, etc. Another friends brother in law was diagnosed with a tumor ten years ago and that was it. No surgery or anything. He's around 40. Positive thoughts for you and your son.

[Montana]

I can imagine your broken heart, as what mother would not feel the same way. There is no pain like watching your child hurting. I do not know anything about brain tumors but you might get more information and support on the Cancer survivors thread on this board.

[lucylover64]

bkgirl--I am so sorry to read about your son. I wish I could offer some information to you but I have no knowledge about this brain tumor. I do wish you, your son, and your family peace and hope as you move forward in this journey--one step/day at a time, which can certainly be hard to do. Sending blessings and prayers to all of you. Please keep us posted as you feel able.

[GMM]

My husband had one of these removed 17 years ago and he is still alive and kicking. Good luck with your son!