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Options depend on the extent of other diseases and comorbidities, presence and extent of tumour elsewhere.
In some cases solitary metastases may be resected and/or radiation or other treatments are given.
Steroids - Dexamethasone is given to most patients especially those showing oedema with sometimes dramatic short term benefits.
After CT scan or MRI discuss each case individually with neurosurgeons who may wish to biopsy for a tissue diagnosis and decision on whether to do more.
Surgery, Chemotherapy or Whole brain irradiation

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