Brain tumour

Hi I am a 17 year old male and the past 5 or so days i have experienced a pain at the back of the left side of my head and a pain behind my eye. The pain is not crippling and doesn't stop me doing day to day activities. I am really worried it's a brain tumour as everytime i tilt my neck to loom downwards it hurts in that area. I have suffered with cluster headaches for as long as I can remember however the slight pain and the back left of my head is one i've never felt. Should I be worried? 

  • Hello cl407,

    Welcome to our forum! I think the best thing to do is to get in touch with your GP and mentioning that you are experiencing all these symptoms and you are worried about having a brain tumour. Try not to worry too much about it as there are so many other things that could explain these pains but it is worth talking to your doctor about it. Don't hesitate to make an appointment with your doctor as it will give you the reassurance you need at the moment. 

    Best wishes, 

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator