Intrathecal pain pump improves pancreatic cancer patient’s life
In 2021, J. David Garrett, Ph.D., began to experience pain in his upper abdomen and back. He initially blamed it on acid reflux. When the pain started to affect his daily activities, his wife, Ruth, encouraged him to see his doctor.
David’s doctor conducted several tests, but the results showed nothing serious. His doctor suggested a CT scan and MRI.
Later that day, David’s doctor called to tell him there was a large mass...
Q&A: Understanding glioblastoma (GBM)
If you’ve been diagnosed with glioblastoma (GBM), you might have questions about treatment options. While glioblastoma is an aggressive tumor...
5 meningioma questions, answered
Meningiomas are a primary central nervous system tumor that make up 38% of all primary intracranial tumors. They are typically benign...
Brain tumor survivor learns to walk again
Meet Patrick “Miracle” Mead Jr. His wife gave him the nickname “Miracle” after he made a full recovery from a brain tumor that once left the active 68-year-old unable to walk. It’s a nickname he has accepted with gratitude, and he credits his MD Anderson care team for making it possible.
A neoplasm of cerebellum diagnosis
From cycling to walking to kayaking, Patrick enjoys being on his feet. But in spring 2019, he began...
Meningioma patient hits home run with care team
Elizabeth Somers wants everyone to know about meningiomas. This tumor of the central nervous system begins in the coverings that surround...
Aspiring radiation oncologist faces astrocytoma
Ever since high school, Ethan Damron has wanted to be a radiation oncologist. In July 2019, he and his wife, Kendra, moved to Houston so Ethan...
3 common brain tumor symptoms
Headaches, seizures and weakness throughout the body can all be potential brain tumor symptoms. Because these symptoms can also be signs of...
6 common brain tumor questions
Receiving a brain tumor diagnosis can be overwhelming. There are so many different types of brain tumors and treatment options, and you may...