Typical brain tumor headaches come and go and usually do not throb. They are worse in the morning and improve gradually during the day. They can rouse the person from sleep. These headaches can worsen with coughing, exercise, or with a change in position such as bending or kneeling. Headaches are usually due to pressure in the brain.
Some people experience neck pain as well.
Seizures Seizures are another common symptom of brain tumors. Seizures are caused by a disruption in the normal flow of electricity in the brain. Those sudden bursts of electricity can cause a variety of symptoms including convulsions, unusual sensations, and loss of consciousness. Focal seizures can also occur. Symptoms of a focal seizure depend upon the tumor's location and can include muscle twitching or jerking, abnormal smells or tastes, problems with speech or numbness and tingling.