If your doctor (GP or A&E doctor) suspects you have a brain tumour, they will refer you to a specialist, such as a neurologist. These are specialists in brain and nerve disorders. If they suspect a child has a brain tumour, they will refer them to a paediatrician.
What to expect when referred to a specialist for a neurological examination.
Learn what optometrists look for and how to prepare for your eye test.
Get details about MRI and CT scans, which can provide a detailed 3-D image of the brain.
Learn how taking a small sample of the tumour can aid diagnosis of tumour type.
Biomarkers may help predict tumour growth or how well you may respond to some treatments.
Brain tumours are graded from 1 to 4 depending on how they are likely to behave. Find out more.