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Need second opinion on Brain tumor ops
Grandfather of my spouse has recently been diagnosed with Brain tumor, he is 78 years old with AVG health now with symptoms of forgetting things, less sleep, headache and abnormal behaviour sometimes. We are worries that at this age operation will solve problems or worsen the condition. So looking for advice which we ease his life. Please help . Can provide MRI reports. Thanks
Fitness for surgery at 78 years age depends on the present condition of patient.
Many elderly people are active into 80s and 90s and are even holding responsible positions in public and corporate life.
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You can always take second or third opinion from reputed Neurosurgeons in your area.
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Ultimately, the decision to go for surgery or not in a case of brain tumor is an intensely personal decision.
It also depends on how dangerous the brain tumor is.
Please share the MRI reports for further guidance. Images are better as "a picture speaks a thousand words".
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