seek info on nervus tumor on optical nerve?
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A nevus tumor is basically a small pigmented (brown) spot on the optic nerve.  Eye Doctors have a hard time  distinguishing cancerous tumors from a nevus growth so they may watch closly to be sure it does not increase in size.
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The occipital lobe of the brain controls eyesight.  It is located in the back of the brain.  I would suspect two types of tumors:\n\nGlioma- a tumor of the cells in the occipital lobe\n\nMeningioma- a tumor of the meninges near the back of the brain; the meninges is the outer covering of the brain\n\nMany other things could cause light sensitivity as well.  Most neurological conditions (MS, epilepsy, headaches, etc).  If light sensitivity is the only symptom, I would seek a doctor's advice before saying it is a cancer.  \n\nAlso, some people have a natural light sensitivity.  In these people the condition itself does no harm except for the fact that intense light is to be avoided.  \n\nGood luck!
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Here's a directory that may guide you to specific sites for various kinds of brain tumors, including Foundations. Was there a specific type of brain tumor Foundation you were looking for?\n\n http://dmoz.org/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Cancer/Brain_and_CNS/\n\nhttp://dmoz.org/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Cancer/Brain_and_CNS/Support_Groups/\n\nAmerican Brain Tumor Association\nhttp://hope.abta.org/
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I would start by seeing a general ophthalmologist.  He/she might then refer you to an ophthalmologist that specializes in oncology or oculoplastics.
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http://ebiomedia.com/gall/eyes/many.html
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try looking up "Guillain-Barre Syndrome"
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I had the same symptoms as a child and it did turn out to be a tumor. It is still there because the risk to take were to great. It started when I was 11 or 12 . I am 32 now so dont getstressed about it being a tumor. Watch her motor skills as well. When cutting paper for some reason it would happen to me as well. A simple CT scan can find it but dont start there. First check vision and sinus tract first. Again there is cause for concern but if you get scary responses on here dont freak out and just follow the steps until the problem is resolved.
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http://serendip.brynmawr.edu/bb/neuro/neuro98/202s98-paper1/Boyce.html\n\nToo much information to copy out, but my Aunt found this website handy
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HI dear for your question about schwannoma tumor... have you had a surgery to know that it's been such a tumor? and had it removed? did it regrow ?? I had a schwannoma tumor in my chin but never felt pain...please let me know more about ur case i'd like to let u know
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http://www.webmd.com/hw/brain_nervous_system/nord640.asp\n\nWEB MD is a great site.
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This will tell you what it looks like and how it looks.\nhttp://www.dermatology.ca/public-patients/melanoma/looklike_e.php
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Wikipedia has an article on Turcot syndrome here.\n\nhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Turcot_syndrome\n\nIt also has an article on medulloblastoma and brain tumours generally.\n\nhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Medulloblastoma\nhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brain_tumor\n\nE-Medicine has information on medulloblastoma.\nhttp://www.emedicine.com/neuro/topic624.htm\n\nThe US National Cancer Institute has a page on medulloblastoma.\nhttp://www.cancer.gov/cancerinfo/pdq/treatment/childmedulloblastoma/patient\n\nIf you or a loved one has it, you have my best wishes.
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Try:\nhttp://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001240.htm
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Retinitis Pigmentosa \nOverview \n\nRetinitis pigmentosa (RP) is a rare, hereditary disease that causes the rod photoreceptors in the retina to gradually degenerate.  The rods are located in the periphery of the retina and are responsible for peripheral and night vision.  Cones, another type of photoreceptor, are densely concentrated in the macula.  The cones are responsible for central visual acuity and color vision.   \n\nThe disease may be X-linked (passed from a mother to her son), autosomal recessive (genes required from both parents) or autosomal dominant (gene required from one parent) trait.  Since it is often a sex-linked disease, retinitis pigmentosa affects males more than females. \n\nPeople with RP usually first notice difficulty seeing in dim lighting and gradually lose peripheral vision.  The course of RP varies.  For some, the affect on vision may be mild.  Others experience a progression of the disease that leads to blindness.   \n\nIn many cases, RP is diagnosed during childhood when the symptoms begin to become apparent.  However, depending on the progression of the disease, it may not be detected until later in life.\n \nSigns and Symptoms \n\nDifficulty seeing dim lighting\n\nTendency to trip easily or bump into objects when in poor lighting\n\nGradual loss of peripheral vision\n\nGlare\n\nLoss of contrast sensitivity\n\nEye fatigue (from straining to see)\n\n\nDetection and Diagnosis \n\nRetinitis pigmentosa is usually diagnosed before adulthood.  It is often discovered when the patient complains of difficultly with night vision.  The doctor diagnoses RP by examining the retina with an ophthalmoscope.  The classic sign of RP is clumps of pigment in the peripheral retinal called "bone-spicules."  A test called electroretinography (ERG) may also be ordered to study the eye's response to light stimuli.  The test gives the doctor information about the function of the rods and cones in the retina.  \n\n  \n\nTreatment\n\nThere is currently no standard treatment or therapy for retinitis pigmentosa; however, scientists have isolated several genes responsible for the disease.  Once RP is discovered, patients and their families are encouraged to seek genetic counseling. \n\nCurrent Research  \n\nScientists at Johns Hopkins University are developing a micro-computer chip prosthesis called the Multiple-unit Artificial Retina Chipset (MARC).  Once implanted in the retina, the chip transmits images to the brain that are captured from a small camera mounted on the patient's glasses.  The chip is still in development and is not yet available for widespread use. \n\nDoctors continue to search for treatments for RP but have yet to find a cure.
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I have NF1, and have a number of neurofibromas at various places of my body.  I have had several cut out over the years but as you know, new ones will form from time to time.  Since the condition is genetic, I do not think there is an alternative medicine that can help... but I have researched high and low.  I share your stress over wishing there was a way to make the bumps go away.  Depending on if the bump is more on top of the skin or below, some have found success with laser treatment.. but regardless of how the tumor is removed there is usually a scar.  For me, every few years will have the doctor remove the largest or most visible ones.  I pray that you can still find peace in that you are of great value and worth as a person despite the imperfections.  I wish you the very best.
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It is unusual, but not impossible, for a 35 year-old to develop open angle glaucoma. The eye doctor has ordered an MRI to make sure you don't have another, possibly serious, cause for optic nerve changes or changes in your peripheral visual field. Most of the time, this MRI will confirm you are normal, but on the off chance you have a brain tumor, aneurysm, or pseudotumor cerebri (for example), you'd want to know it. The reference is for "low tension" glaucoma, but much of the information also applies to the young glaucoma patient.
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might have a brain tumor