Neurosurgery Specialist Op.Dr.Kerem Bıkmaz, who stated that brain tumors often attack or press on normal brain tissue, and that the symptoms occur due to that pressure, said, “Brain tumor is defined as the abnormal or uncontrolled growth of cells in the brain. Tumors can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous). Because they settle in the brain, even a benign tumor can be dangerous.” said.
The brain is surrounded by the skull. This means that as the tumor grows, it begins to put pressure on normal brain tissues. This can cause inflammation and brain swelling. Therefore, it is very important to treat both types of tumors as quickly as possible.
Op.Dr. Kerem Bıkmaz continued his words by giving information about brain tumors;
If the tumor originates from the brain itself, it is called a primary brain tumor. Sometimes cancer can spread to the brain from other areas, such as the lungs or chest. These types of tumors are then called secondary (or metastatic) brain tumors. Compared to other cancers, brain tumors are relatively rare; however, they are considered dangerous due to their location and sometimes aggressive nature.
Brain tumors often invade or press on normal brain tissue. Symptoms also occur because of that pressure. Depending on the location of the brain tumor, different types of symptoms may occur in the person. However, other illnesses, including mental illnesses, also cause these symptoms.
Op.Dr.Kerem Bıkmaz finally listed the symptoms of brain tumors and said: 'In any case if you experience one or more of these symptoms, you should call your doctor as soon as possible.'
Headache;
Specifically: A new pain that started recently A persistent pain A pain that gets worse on waking
Vomiting;
Especially if it is more severe in the morning,
Changes in personality or behavior;
Decreased mental skills, Memory loss, Impaired ability to calculate, Impaired judgment, New onset seizures,
Neurological changes:
Vision problems (double vision, decreased vision), Hearing loss, Decreased sensation or weakness in a body area, Speech difficulties, Decreased coordination, Clumsiness, Weakness, lethargy, decreased alertness, Language problems, difficulty swallowing, hiccups, Impaired sense of smell, Uncontrolled or dysfunctional movements, hand tremor, cessation of menstrual bleeding before menopause, facial paralysis
Eye abnormalities:
Different-sized pupils, Uncontrolled movement, Eyelid drooping, Dizziness/confusion, unusual or strange behavior, Temporary respiratory arrest.