Causes Of Progressive Bulbar Palsy

Glioma

Glial cells are located throughout the brain along with neurons. They are not directly involved in brain cell communication, but they do play a large part in supporting that communication. They help protect neurons so neural communication can take place. A glioma is a tumor that develops in the glial cells of the brain and spinal cord. This is the most common type of primary brain cancer, and like secondary cancers, these tumors upset normal brain function. Location of the tumor determines what type of treatment can be used, what symptoms to expect, and life expectancy. Tumors on the brainstem usually cannot be operated on because of their proximity to the spinal cord and can cause the symptoms of progressive bulbar palsy.

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