Weight Loss
A brain tumor can cause a significant and unwanted weight loss. Any brain tumor can cause problems with appetite. The tumor can affect the ability to swallow food if it is located near the spine. Loss of appetite can also be caused by depression and anxiety following a tumor diagnosis. Unobserved hormonal releases from a tumor of the pituitary cause weight gain or loss. Radiation and chemotherapy treatments can also cause nausea, diarrhea, or loss of appetite. Surgery and biopsy can also cause blood loss and weakness. Healthy eating habits can be beneficial for tumor treatment because they promote healing.
