My sister was just diagnosed with a meningioma and we're really worried. Is surgery the only option or are there other treatments available? What kind of complications could happen after surgery? We're trying to figure out the best way to handle this is there any chance medications could control it instead of going straight to surgery?

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Surgery is often the first line of treatment for meningiomas, but it's not always the only option. Other treatments like radiation therapy, observation, and even medication can be considered, depending on the meningioma's size, location, growth rate, and other factors. After surgery, complications can include seizures, vision problems, difficulty speaking, and more.

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