What is dysembryoplastic neuroepithelial brain tumor?
Dysembryoplastic neuroepithelial tumors (DNETs) are rare benign tumors of the brain and spinal cord that most commonly are diagnosed in patients under the age of 20. The tumors usually affect thought, movement and sensation. It is associated with seizures that are uncontrolled by medications.
How do members experience dysembryoplastic neuroepithelial brain tumor?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with dysembryoplastic neuroepithelial brain tumor*
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Top treatments taken by people for dysembryoplastic neuroepithelial brain tumor*
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Who has dysembryoplastic neuroepithelial brain tumor on PatientsLikeMe?
Age
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 0 | |
| 30s | 2 | |
| 40s | 1 | |
| 50s | 1 | |
| 60s | 1 | |
| 70+ | 0 |
Distribution of sex
Sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 3 | |
| Female | 2 |
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