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The brain is the most complex and important organ of the human body. It controls our thinking, understanding, remembering, speaking, walking, feeling, and every small and big function of the body. When brain cells start growing in an uncontrolled manner and form an abnormal lump, it is called a brain tumor. If this tumor becomes cancerous, then the condition is called brain cancer.
Brain cancer is relatively rare worldwide, but its symptoms can be serious and life-altering. Many times, people ignore its early signs, and treatment becomes difficult if it is detected late.
➡In this blog, we will understand in detail
What is brain cancer?
Its types
Main symptoms
Early signs
Difference in symptoms in children and adults
When to see a doctor
Diagnosis and investigation process
Disadvantages of ignoring symptoms
➡What is brain cancer?
Brain cancer is a condition in which brain cells divide rapidly and uncontrollably to form a malignant tumor. This tumor can put pressure on different parts of the brain and affect their functioning.
➡Types of brain cancer
Brain cancer can be mainly of two types
✅ Primary Brain Cancer – which arises from the cells of the brain itself.
Glioblastoma
Astrocytoma
Meningioma
Oligodendroglioma
✅Metastatic (Secondary Brain Cancer) – which spreads from any other part of the body (such as lungs, breast, kidney) to the brain.
➡General symptoms of brain cancer
The symptoms of brain cancer depend on which part of the brain the tumor is in, its size, and how fast it is growing. The main symptoms are as follows –
✅Headache
The most common symptom.
Headaches are more common when you wake up in the morning.
The pain increases gradually and is not cured by common painkillers.
The pain increases when you vomit or cough.
✅Vomiting and nausea
Continuous vomiting without any reason.
Often, there is more trouble in the morning.
✅ Vision problems
Blurred vision
Double images
Sudden loss of vision
✅Difficulty speaking and understanding
Slurred pronunciation of words.
Difficulty finding the right words.
Difficulty understanding what others say.
✅Seizures
Sudden twitching of hands and legs.
Fainting.
Losing control over the body.
✅Problems with balance and walking
Fumbling while walking.
Weakness in the hands and legs.
Numbness of one part of the body.
✅Memory and mental changes
Forgetting small things.
Irritability and mood swings.
Difficulty concentrating.
✅Hearing problems
Continuous sound in the ears
Gradual loss of hearing ability.
➡Early symptoms that should not be ignored
Many times, people ignore the early signs, thinking it is a normal problem. But if these symptoms persist, then you should immediately consult a doctor
Continuously increasing headache
Vomiting without reason
Loss of eyesight
Frequent seizures
Continuous weakness in one part of the body
➡Symptoms of brain cancer in children
Its symptoms can be different in children as compared to adults, such as
Abnormally increasing head size.
Irritability and crying.
Weakness in studies.
Frequently losing balance.
Slowness in speaking or walking.
➡When to contact a doctor?
If you or any member of your family is having persistent
Headache
Seizures
Memory problems
Difficulty in vision or speaking
Then you should immediately consult a neurologist or cancer specialist.
➡Diagnosis and investigation process
Doctors conduct various tests to confirm brain cancer –
MRI Scan – detailed imaging of the brain.
CT Scan – to know the location of the tumor.
Biopsy – examination of tumor tissue.
Neurological Examination – test of memory, balance, and reflexes.
➡Disadvantages of ignoring symptoms
If the early signs are ignored, then –
The tumor can grow rapidly and affect a large part of the brain.
Treatment becomes difficult and expensive.
Life expectancy is reduced.
➡Conclusion
Brain cancer is a serious but recognizable disease. Its early symptoms, like persistent headache, vomiting, seizures, vision problems, or loss of memory, should not be taken lightly. It is possible to treat it by contacting the doctor in time and through proper investigation.
