Common Symptoms of Brain Tumour
A formation of abnormal cells within the brain- either benign or non-cancerous, or malignant or cancerous results in a condition called brain tumour. Those who face a higher chance of developing brain tumour are those with uncommon risk factors such as a condition called inherited
neurofibromatosis, exposure to vinyl chloride, the Epstein–Barr virus and ionizing radiation. A basic understanding of brain tumour symptoms & treatment may prove beneficial so that early treatment can be provided to the patient.
The symptoms for brain tumour are quite broad and are experienced by patients regardless of whether the tumour is benign or malignant. The symptoms also depend on factors such as location of the tumour, size and rate of growth.
· Headaches
The American Academy of Neurology lays down warning signs that are associated with brain cancer as: "abnormal neurological examination, headache worsened by Valsalva maneuver, headache causing awakening from sleep, new headache in the older population, progressively worsening headache, atypical headache features, or patients who do not fulfil the strict definition of migraine". Intercranial pressure is usually the reason behind headaches. Unconsciousness and vomiting may also occur.
· Symptoms based on locations
Depending upon which of the four lobes (frontal, temporal, parietal, occipital) or regions (cerebellum, brain stem) is affected, symptoms may vary, although there are also variations in experiences among individuals.
Frontal lobe tumours usually lead to poor reasoning ability, inappropriate social behaviour, changes in personality, speech problems, lowered inhibitions etc.
A tumour in the temporal lobe may cause poor memory, hearing loss and difficulty in language comprehension, while a tumour in the parietal lobe results in poor interpretation of languages and difficulty speaking, problems with writing, drawing, naming and recognising, and also loss of visual and spatial perception. A tumour in the occipital lobe leads to loss of vision.
Coming to the regions, Cerebellum tumours cause poor balance, muscle movement and posture whereas tumours in the brain stem causes seizure, endocrine issues, respiratory problems, visual changes, headaches and even partial paralysis.
· Behaviour changes
A person’s personality may undergo changes since the lobes mainly control inhibition, emotions, mood, judgement, reasoning, and behaviour, which may be affected as a result of a tumour. This leads to problems such as temper tantrums, inappropriate social behaviour, and even psychological symptoms such as anxiety and depression. More research is needed about the effects of brain tumour on personality.
Diagnosis of brain tumour is done through medical examinations and scans such as CT (Computer Tomography) and MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) which may be followed with a biopsy. Treatment includes surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy. Medication may also be required to control seizure. Outcomes tend to vary greatly depending on the type of tumour and its rate of growth.
neurofibromatosis, exposure to vinyl chloride, the Epstein–Barr virus and ionizing radiation. A basic understanding of brain tumour symptoms & treatment may prove beneficial so that early treatment can be provided to the patient.
The symptoms for brain tumour are quite broad and are experienced by patients regardless of whether the tumour is benign or malignant. The symptoms also depend on factors such as location of the tumour, size and rate of growth.
· Headaches
The American Academy of Neurology lays down warning signs that are associated with brain cancer as: "abnormal neurological examination, headache worsened by Valsalva maneuver, headache causing awakening from sleep, new headache in the older population, progressively worsening headache, atypical headache features, or patients who do not fulfil the strict definition of migraine". Intercranial pressure is usually the reason behind headaches. Unconsciousness and vomiting may also occur.
· Symptoms based on locations
Depending upon which of the four lobes (frontal, temporal, parietal, occipital) or regions (cerebellum, brain stem) is affected, symptoms may vary, although there are also variations in experiences among individuals.
Frontal lobe tumours usually lead to poor reasoning ability, inappropriate social behaviour, changes in personality, speech problems, lowered inhibitions etc.
A tumour in the temporal lobe may cause poor memory, hearing loss and difficulty in language comprehension, while a tumour in the parietal lobe results in poor interpretation of languages and difficulty speaking, problems with writing, drawing, naming and recognising, and also loss of visual and spatial perception. A tumour in the occipital lobe leads to loss of vision.
Coming to the regions, Cerebellum tumours cause poor balance, muscle movement and posture whereas tumours in the brain stem causes seizure, endocrine issues, respiratory problems, visual changes, headaches and even partial paralysis.
· Behaviour changes
A person’s personality may undergo changes since the lobes mainly control inhibition, emotions, mood, judgement, reasoning, and behaviour, which may be affected as a result of a tumour. This leads to problems such as temper tantrums, inappropriate social behaviour, and even psychological symptoms such as anxiety and depression. More research is needed about the effects of brain tumour on personality.
Diagnosis of brain tumour is done through medical examinations and scans such as CT (Computer Tomography) and MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) which may be followed with a biopsy. Treatment includes surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy. Medication may also be required to control seizure. Outcomes tend to vary greatly depending on the type of tumour and its rate of growth.
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