Tag: pilocytic astrocytoma

28 Oct 2022

“Learning to live with a brain tumour is challenging but you just have to stay positive and try to make the most of every day.”

Double vision and frightening flashing black and white lights inspired a young woman to head to A&E for an emergency scan. She just knew something was wrong.
31 Jul 2019

Alfie’s story: “I get tired a lot”

Three years ago, Alfie Tinney had a grade 1 pilocytic astrocytoma completely removed during a 12-hour surgery at Sheffield Children’s Hospital.

“Learning to live with a brain tumour is challenging but you just have to stay positive and try to make the most of every day.”