Neuro-Oncology
University of Washington Medical Center

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Living with a Brain Tumor:
How Can We Cope With Everything That Is Happening?

Sometimes the challenges of dealing with a brain tumor feel overwhelming. If you are feeling this way, it is important to know that you are not alone. Most patients and families hit some rough spots and feel overwhelmed somewhere along the way. It may be when they are first diagnosed, or if treatments cause a lot of symptoms, or perhaps when they must make difficult choices. Others have struggled at times in dealing with a brain tumor, and yet have found ways to manage.  You can too!  The staff are here to support you. Let us know how you are feeling and the concerns you have. We will help you get the information you need to make treatment choices and support to help you deal with changes in your life.


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