pediatrics
Astrocytomas
Symptoms and Signs of Astrocytomas
Most patients have symptoms consistent with increased intracranial pressure (eg, morning headaches, vomiting, lethargy). Location of the tumor determines other symptoms and signs, for example Cerebellum: Weakness, tremor, and ataxia Cerebral hemispheres: Weakness, numbness, or seizures Visual pathway: Visual loss, proptosis, or nystagmus Spinal cord: Pain, weakness, and gait disturbance 