Complications of astrocytoma include:

• Brain herniation
• Coma
• Loss of communication skills
• Permanent neurologic impairment
• The loss of the ability to perform basic self-care
• Complications associated with treatment

Side effects of chemotherapy may include:

• Anorexia
• Bone marrow damage: anemia, low platelet and white blood counts
• Constipation and diarrhea
• Excessive bruising or bleeding
• Hair loss
• Heart failure
• Increased risk of infection
• Mouth sores (mucositis)
• Nausea and vomiting
• Weakness or fatigue
• Weight loss

Complications of radiation therapy may include:

• Fatigue
• Hair loss
• Infertility
• Nausea and vomiting
• Other cancers
• Rashes
• Retarded bone growth in children
• Weight loss