There has been no credible evidence that has linked artificial sweeteners, such as aspartame, to brain cancer. Interest in this particular connection arose after a 1996 study suggested that aspartame causes brain cancer. However, a National Cancer Institute study concluded that cases of brain cancer increased several years before aspartame was approved by the US Federal Drug Authority. Moderation in consumption of aspartame is recommended by neurologists and other physicians.
What are the most common symptoms of brain cancer?
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Brain cancer may not be necessarily caused by brain tumours which mean they can be caused by other illnesses. In fact, not all brain tumours display symptoms. Symptoms can be caused when a tumour is pressing or encroaching on some parts of the brain and preventing them from working properly or when there is an inflammation in the brain due to a tumour. There are two kinds of brain cancer- metastatic and primary. Get an MRI or CT Scan is done to detect early stages of brain cancer.
The only treatment for brain cancer is surgery
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Surgery is just one of the many options available to treat brain cancer. Many patients are treated for this disease by chemotherapy while others are exposed to radiation therapy. Surgery is required when the tumour is localised and does not affect the functioning of the other organs. Age and health conditions of the patient also play a great part in determining whether surgery is required or not. Share as much as you can with your doctor all the medical details about yourself. These will go a long way in helping him treat this disease.
How many kinds of seizures are there in patients with brain cancer?
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Myoclonic seizures involve muscle twitches, jerks and spasms. Tonic-clonic seizures mean the loss of consciousness and body tone. The patient may experience loss of breathing for 3-40 seconds after which he may experience a headache, confusion, weakness etc. Sensory seizures mean changes in sensation, smell, vision etc. Complex partial seizures are accompanied by loss of awareness or total or partial loss of consciousness. If you are experiencing any or all of these symptoms, you must consult a neurologist who will ask you questions about the frequency of these symptoms.
Viruses, infections and allergens may cause brain cancer
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Persons infected with the EB virus are more likely to develop CNS lymphoma. High levels of cytomegalovirus or CMV have been found in persons having brain cancer. Similarly, if a person has had a history of exposure to allergens and other viruses, then he may contract brain tumour. In case, you are experiencing some of the common symptoms associated with brain cancer and allergies, and then you must consult a doctor.
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