Neurologist Questions Brain Tumors

What causes brain tumors in people?

My brother in law has been diagnosed with a brain tumor, and now my husband is fearing he will have it too. I don't think that brain tumors are considered hereditary, but he doesn't believe me. Is it hereditary? Can we take preventative measures so it won't develop?

1 Answer

In general they are not thought to be hereditary, but there are some that are. It really depends on family history and type of tumor.