Brain tumor is an abnormal growth of the brain tissue or central spine, which is responsible for proper brain function. Medical concern based on the origin of the cancer cells and if they are cancerous (malignant) or non-cancerous (benign)
Less aggressive-benign tumor is benign tumor. Originate from cells in or around the brain, they do not contain cancer cells grow slowly, and often have clear edges.
Malignant - Malignant type contains cancer cells often do not have clear edges. It is considered life-threatening as it grows rapidly and invades surrounding brain tissue.
Primary-tumors that begin in brain cells are called primary brain tumors. The tumor can spread to other parts of the brain or spine.
Metastasis - The secondary type begins in the body part and then extends to the brain. These tumors are more common than primary brain tumors.
Symptoms of Brain Tumor
When suspected in a brain tumor, a series of tests can be done to help the doctor arrive at the diagnosis of a brain tumor. These tests may also help the doctor determine the type of tumor he is on.
Some tests to diagnose the tumor and after the first to monitor progress, to see if the tumor has disappeared, amazing, is still the same or change in the same way. Doctors, nurses and other professionals giving these tests can provide an answer and reassurance information to help you feel more comfortable.
The Most Common Symptoms Include a Brain Tumor
- Headaches
- numbness in the arms and legs
- Memory problems
- Problems with balance and walking
- Nausea and vomiting
- Changes in speech, vision or hearing
Levels of Brain Tumors
A brain tumor is classified as a tumor class 1, grade 2, grade 3 and grade 4
Grade 1 - benign tumors with slow growth rate, show normal brain cells.
Grade 2 - Malignant tumors that appear to be less than normal than grade 1 tumors.
Grade 3 - Malignant tumors that look very different from normal cells. With an increasingly active and unnatural activity.
Grade 4 - Malignant tumors with distinctly abnormal cells that grow and spread rapidly.
Diagnosis
To diagnose a type, the doctor begins by asking questions about symptoms and taking a history of personal and family health. Then perform a physical examination including a neurological examination. If there is reason to suspect a brain tumor, the doctor can order one or more of the following tests.
- Imagine studies such as CT or MRI to see detailed images of the brain.
- Vascular, which involves the use of dye and x-ray of blood vessels in the brain to look for signs of abnormal type or blood vessels.
- The doctor may also order a biopsy to determine whether the tumor is cancer or not. A sample of brain tissue is removed during surgery to remove the tumor with a needle through a small drill hole.
- Treatment options include surgery, radiation and chemotherapy.
How Brain Cancer Can Be Treated?
Surgery to remove a brain tumor is usually the first choice, once diagnosed in a brain tumor. However, some tumor can not be removed surgically due to its location in the brain. In such cases, chemotherapy and radiotherapy are options available to kill and shrink the tumor.
Because cancer treatment can harm healthy tissues, it is important to discuss the possible long-term side effects of any treatment used with your physician. Rehabilitation can include working with different treatments
- Physiotherapy to restore strength and balance
- Speech therapy to address speech problem, expressing thought
- Professional to help manage everyday activities such as bathing and dressing using properly wound therapist.
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