When abnormal cells grow inside the brain and are in the form of a mass the condition is called brain tumor. There are various types of brain tumor that exist. Some of the brain tumors which exist are malignant or cancerous while other may be non-cancerous. A brain tumor can begin in any part of the brain and spread to other parts of the body or vice-versa. The growth rate of brain tumor is different for each individual suffering from it.
The effect of brain tumor on the overall functioning of the nervous system depends on the location and growth rate of the tumor. The treatment for brain tumor depends on the tumor type as well the location and the size. The brain tumor can have a distressing effect on the overall mental health of a person. The patient suffering from the condition of brain tumor must be in touch of the doctor until the condition gets treated.
If a person is suffering from the brain tumor he/she may be exhibiting the following symptoms
Brain Tumor, be it benign or malignant, may prove to be a fatal condition for an individual. There is limited space inside the skull in which our brain is enclosed. The majority of this space is occupied by the brain. The development of any tumor or its growth may create serious problems in the skull as it increases the pressure on the brain, resulting in damage to the brain. The condition is lethal.
The cause of the majority of the brain cancers is still not known and completely understood. The brain tumors originate in the brain itself. Tumors start to develop if there are mutations in the DNA. It is because of these mutations that cells of the brain increasingly grow and divide. Usually, in adults the primary brain tumors are uncommon in comparison to the secondary brain tumors.
There are some risk factors which increase the risk of brain tumors in individuals
Besides symptoms such as severe headache, dementia, speech difficulty, weakness of the eye, nausea, and vomiting, Brain Tumors may have some serious and life-threatening complications depending upon their type. Malignant tumors which show metastasis are fatal in most cases with a bad prognosis. However, non-malignant or benign Brain Tumors may also be serious and prove to be lethal in some cases.
In case the Brain Tumor is left untreated or undergoes delayed treatment, more serious conditions may arise. There is limited space inside the skull most of which is occupied by the brain. When a tumor is present inside the skull and it is a growing condition, it may create pressure on the brain.
This is dangerous and the brain is unable to bear such pressure. Damage may be caused to the brain which can restrict its functioning and eventually can prove to be fatal.
The precautions for a person suffering from the condition of brain tumor includes
For diagnosing the brain tumor the doctor will first take a look at the patient physically. The doctor may also ask for the medical history of the patient. The doctor will then advise a very detailed neurological examination. These examinations will help the doctor in determining whether the cranial nerves are intact or not.
The doctor will take a look at the eyes of the patient with the help of an ophthalmoscope. This test is done to check whether there is any swelling of the optic nerve. The doctor will further evaluate coordination, memory, and muscle strength. After the physical examination the doctor may order some more tests confirm the diagnosis
The treatment of brain tumors depends on the location, size, and the type of the tumor. General health of the patient is also taken into consideration. The treatment which is common for brain tumor is surgery. The objective of the surgery is to remove as much of the tumor as possible without damaging the other parts of the brain. For surgery to take place the tumors must be located within the area of limits of the surgery.
The risk associated with brain surgery is inclusive of bleeding and infection. Surgery can further be combined with other treatments like chemotherapy and radiation therapy. After the completion of the neurosurgery a patient might need speech therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy.
The cure is possible in the case of Brain Tumors. The results of the treatment depends upon the prognosis. Some of the Brain Tumors which are high-grade malignant and show metastasis are not curable. In such cases, death happens eventually regardless of the cost and duration of the treatment.
Results of treatment also depend upon the age at which it has been diagnosed, along with the type of tumor and its location in the brain.
The Brain Tumor is a life-threatening condition that may be accompanied by some serious symptoms. Sleeping disorder is one of them which commonly occurs in patients suffering from Brain Tumors as a result of the radiation therapy in the treatment. Hypersomnia is the disturbing pattern of sleeping found in such patients which is a serious concern for them.
The Brain Tumor is accompanied by severe conditions of pain which may occur in different forms. Headaches are one of them which occur with the worst pain and change in pattern. New forms of headaches usually develop which result in continuous pain but are different from migraines.
They are more painful in the morning and are followed by vomiting and new symptoms related to the nervous system. It cannot be controlled by the application of over-the-counter medicines.
The symptoms post-removal of the Brain Tumor include the following:
Some of the natural treatments for brain tumors are inclusive of the following
Summary: Brain Tumor, be it benign or malignant, may prove to be a fatal condition for an individual. It is life-threatening and may be accompanied by some serious symptoms. Headaches are one of them which occur with the worst pain and change in pattern. New forms of headaches usually develop which result in continuous pain but are different from migraines. Surgery is the only treatment option in such cases the result of which depends upon the prognosis. Postoperative symptoms also occur which are a matter of concern.
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