How To Treat Pineoblastoma

Pineoblastoma is a type of cancer that starts in the pineal gland cells, which are located in the center of the brain. This type of cancer mainly affects the function of the pineal gland and other surrounding structures. The pineal gland is responsible for the production of a hormone called melatonin. Melatonin regulates an individual's natural sleep-wake cycle. Pineoblastoma patients will experience sleepiness, headaches, and changes in regular eye movements. Symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, weakness, and hearing problems can occur when pineoblastoma begins to compress other parts of the brain. Pineoblastoma is diagnosed using medical imaging tests, a biopsy, and a spinal tap.