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Glioblastoma Multiforme: From 1 Different Sources

A fastgrowing and highly cancerous type of primary brain tumour.

Glioblastoma multiforme is a type of glioma that often develops in the cerebrum.

The cause is unknown.

Treatment may include surgery, radiotherapy, and/or chemotherapy.

Health Source: BMA Medical Dictionary
Author: The British Medical Association

Erythema Multiforme

Acute inflammation of the skin, and sometimes of the mucous membranes. The disease can occur as a reaction to certain drugs, or may accompany viral infections such as herpes simplex or bacterial infections such as streptococcal infections. Other possible causes are pregnancy, vaccination, and radiotherapy. Half of all cases occur for no apparent reason.

A symmetrical rash of red, often itchy spots erupts on the limbs and sometimes on the face and the rest of the body. The spots may blister or form raised, pale-centred weals, called target lesions. Those affected may have a fever, sore throat, headache, and/or diarrhoea. In a severe form of erythema multiforme, known as Stevens–Johnson syndrome, the mucous membranes of the mouth, eyes, and genitals are affected and become ulcerated.

Corticosteroid drugs may be given to reduce the inflammation. People with Stevens–Johnson syndrome are also given analgesic drugs and may need intensive care.... erythema multiforme

Glioblastoma

(glioblastoma multiforme) n. the most aggressive type of brain tumour derived from non-nervous (glial) tissue (see astrocytoma). Its rapid enlargement destroys normal brain cells, with a progressive loss of function, and raises intracranial pressure, causing headache, vomiting, and drowsiness. Treatment is never curative and the prognosis is poor.... glioblastoma

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