SINGAPORE (The Straits Times/Asia News Network): A deadly form of brain cancer, glioblastoma, is nearly impossible to get rid of – even after patients undergo surgery to remove parts of the tumour, followed by chemotherapy, radiation therapy and other available treatments.
Controversial brain surgeon Charlie Teo charged large fees to the families of two children, who both died within a year - but he says tragedy among miracles are part of advancements .
A Singaporean father suddenly became abusive to his wife and kids, causing the couple to divorce. When he was having seizures, the doctors told him that he had a brain tumor that caused him to react violently.