Brain tumors can cause changes in personality or behavior. Neurosurgery Specialist Op. Dr. Mustafa Örnek gave important information about the subject. What Are Brain Tumor Symptoms? How is Brain Tumor Diagnosed? What is Brain Tumor Treatment?
The brain is the leading organ of the nervous system. The brain, which is the most important organ of the body, has many tasks in the body and has vital importance. The brain is a soft, spongy tissue mass that enables hearing, seeing, staying in balance and tasting. It is also our organ responsible for our memory, emotions and personality.
It is protected by 3 thin membranes called skull bones and menings. A water-like fluid called cerebrospinal fluid surrounds the brain and acts as a buffer. Cerebral fluid is found in the spaces between the meninges and in the spaces called ventricles in the brain.
Brain tumor is the uncontrolled growth of cells in the brain. Tumors can be malignant (cancer) or benign (non-cancerous). Even benign tumors can pose a danger if they settle in the brain. Depending on this, inflammation and swelling in the brain may occur. For this reason, two types of tumors should be treated as quickly as possible.
Brain tumors are more common in men than women. Brain tumors that differ according to age can occur in any age range.
Brain Tumor Symptoms: Headache, vomiting, changes in personality or behavior, regression in mental abilities, new-onset seizures, speech disorders, vision problems (blurred or double vision), apathy (slowing in movement and facial expressions), hand tremor, weakness, uncontrolled or and dysfunctional movements, drowsiness, decreased alertness, impaired sense of smell, fainting (epilepsy seizures), balance and gait disturbances, and eye abnormalities.
How is Brain Tumor Diagnosed?
First of all, the patient's story, general or neurological examination is done. Then, brain tomography and brain magnetic resonance imaging are used. Thanks to these tests, information about the location, type, size and size of the brain tumor is obtained quickly and in a short time. biopsy is required.
What is Brain Tumor Treatment?
The treatment of brain tumor varies according to its size, location and type. After the diagnosis made by the specialist, treatment is started. The treatment options are; surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, such as 3 different methods.
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