The most common symptom of brain tumor is persistent headache. Other symptoms include seizures, changes in vision, problems with hearing, speech and memory, lack of focus, numbness in the limbs, nausea and other such effects.

2. What are the causes of a brain tumour?

Brain tumour may be caused due to certain risk factors such as radiation exposure. It could also be hereditary. In some cases, tumours originating from other parts of the body may spread to the brain.

3. Is brain tumour same as brain cancer?

Tumours are growths of tissue or cells which may or may not be malignant. If the tumour is malignant, it is said to be cancerous. Some brain tumours may be benign (non-malignant).

4. Is brain tumour a fatal condition?

All brain tumours are not cancerous. However, certain type of brain tumour such as glioblastoma multiforme is known to be fatal in some cases.

5. What are the common treatments of a brain tumour?

Generally, brain tumours are surgically removed. This becomes easier when the tumour is benign and easy to separate from the other tissues without greatly affecting major functions. Minimally invasive surgery can also be performed. Radiation, radiotherapy and chemotherapy are other treatment options for brain tumours.

Dr. Jagannath P M

Neurosurgeon

24 years experience overall

Arilova,Visakhapatnam

The Brain & Spine Clinic

₹400 Consultation fee at clinic

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