Answer. Any tumor that arises from the glial (from the Greek word for “glue”), or supportive tissue, of the brain is called a “glioma.” One type of glioma is the astrocytoma. Astrocytomas are named after astrocytes, the star-shaped cells from which they grow. Astrocytomas are graded to describe their degree of. abnormality.
Symptoms vary depending on the location of the brain tumor, but can also include any of the following: Persistent headaches. Double or blurred vision.