Post-Operative Symptoms After Brain Tumor Surgery: What to Expect
Symptoms After Craniotomy for Brain Tumor Hello, Doctor. I have a tumor about 3 centimeters in size in my cerebellum. I underwent craniotomy in early March this year, and the result was benign. It has been a month and a half since the surgery, and I still feel dizzy, especially w...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Dizziness is a common phenomenon after cerebellar surgery. If you experience any unusual discomfort such as nausea or vomiting, you can return to the outpatient clinic for an examination at any time, and you do not have to wait for your scheduled follow-up appointment.[Read More] Post-Operative Symptoms After Brain Tumor Surgery: What to Expect
Post-Surgery Cognitive Decline: Navigating Life After Brain Tumor Removal
Cognitive and behavioral dysfunction after brain surgery, leading to an inability to perform activities of daily living? Hello Doctor, my father experienced symptoms such as tremors, fainting, and general weakness in January, leading to multiple hospital visits. Initially, an EEG...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
First, I'm not sure how old your father is, but many elderly individuals who have undergone brain surgery may experience symptoms similar to dementia and stroke. Your father's condition is complex, and it is advisable to follow up with a neurologist for treatment.[Read More] Post-Surgery Cognitive Decline: Navigating Life After Brain Tumor Removal
Understanding Language and Personality Changes in Brain Tumor Patients
Issues related to patients' verbal expression, responses, and changes in personality? Doctor: Hello. I am one of the primary caregivers for the patient. The patient has a tumor in the left temporal lobe measuring 7.69 cm, which was surgically removed and confirmed to be a gl...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
The patient's clinical neurological function is closely related to the progression of the brain tumor (size, location, recurrence, etc.). It is recommended to return to the outpatient clinic and have a thorough discussion with your attending physician.[Read More] Understanding Language and Personality Changes in Brain Tumor Patients
Understanding Weakness and Gastrointestinal Bleeding After Brain Tumor Biopsy
Brain tumor biopsy Doctor, I would like to ask about a family member who underwent a biopsy surgery for a brain tumor. The patient has been experiencing persistent weakness and has also developed gastrointestinal bleeding. Could you please explain what might be causing the weakne...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Weakness may be due to the brain tumor itself, while gastrointestinal bleeding could be caused by a stress ulcer.[Read More] Understanding Weakness and Gastrointestinal Bleeding After Brain Tumor Biopsy
Understanding Dizziness and Nausea: Insights on AVMs and Neurological Concerns
Dizziness and nausea? 1. How can one distinguish projectile vomiting? 2. Is arteriovenous malformation of the brain a rare disease? 3. What is the probability of developing a brain arteriovenous malformation? 4. What is the cost of a brain MRI? 5. If someone has a brain a...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: If the physician deems it appropriate, an MRI of the brain can be applied for under the National Health Insurance. If you are concerned about having related conditions, it is advisable to consult a nearby neurologist or neurosurgeon for evaluation. Regarding your other que...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Nausea: Insights on AVMs and Neurological Concerns
Understanding Dizziness and Headaches: Risks and Symptoms of Brain Disorders
Slight dizziness accompanied by a headache? 1. What is the probability of a cerebral arteriovenous malformation? 2. Are there any methods to reduce the risk of cerebral hemorrhage? 3. What are the signs and symptoms of a cerebral hemorrhage? 4. What does it feel like when t...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Arteriovenous malformation (AVM) is a congenital condition that cannot be specifically prevented. If a patient experiences severe headaches, neurological deficits, or loss of consciousness, it is recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible.[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Headaches: Risks and Symptoms of Brain Disorders
Understanding CT Scan Results: Calcium Deposits and Teflon Concerns After Surgery
Computed Tomography (CT) scan of the brain? Hello, doctor. I underwent a decompression surgery for left-sided facial spasms at the end of 2016. At that time, the physician informed me that the surgical method involved creating an opening in the left posterior part of the brain an...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: 1. Generally, it is unlikely. 2. It depends on the actual imaging. 3. An MRI of the cervical spine should be performed to assess whether the symptoms are caused by cervical nerve compression. 4. Cerebral calcifications can be classified into physiological and pathological ...[Read More] Understanding CT Scan Results: Calcium Deposits and Teflon Concerns After Surgery
Understanding Brain Edema Treatment Options After Tumor Surgery
Treatment of cerebral edema? My husband underwent brain tumor surgery four months ago and is currently experiencing hemiplegia and symptoms of cerebral edema (MRI shows infiltration of brain tissue with fluid accumulation, while the ventricles are normal). The attending physician...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Cerebral edema and hydrocephalus are different conditions, and their management approaches are completely distinct. Cerebral edema typically improves gradually over time.[Read More] Understanding Brain Edema Treatment Options After Tumor Surgery
Understanding Nerve Issues: Exploring Causes of Leg and Hip Numbness
Numbness in the lower back, hips, and legs, unclear where the issue lies? On August 24, I had a pelvic adjustment, and for the week following, I did not experience any particular sensations and did not engage in any special activities. On September 1, I noticed swelling on the ou...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
It is not possible to diagnose the disease online; it is recommended to consult a neurosurgery outpatient clinic for examination.[Read More] Understanding Nerve Issues: Exploring Causes of Leg and Hip Numbness
Understanding Neurological Issues: Exploring Oral Symptoms and MRI Findings
Brain issues Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing some discomfort in my oral cavity for over five months. I have consulted with specialists in oral and maxillofacial surgery, dentistry, otolaryngology, neurology, and rheumatology, but so far, none have been able to provide a co...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
To be honest, what you said is too complicated, and it's difficult to answer these questions online. I recommend discussing this with a neurosurgery outpatient clinic and a physician.[Read More] Understanding Neurological Issues: Exploring Oral Symptoms and MRI Findings
Understanding Spasticity and Pain Management After Neurosurgery
Stiff Person Syndrome Dear Dr. Chang Jun-Wei, I am a patient who has consulted at multiple hospitals and undergone a series of tests including blood biochemistry, 24-hour urine analysis, and peripheral nerve examinations, which included sensory and motor evoked potentials, senso...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Your question is too complex to be answered online based solely on the information you provided.[Read More] Understanding Spasticity and Pain Management After Neurosurgery
Post-Surgery Care for Brain Tumor Patients: Managing Complications and Medications
Post-operative care for brain tumor surgery? My father had surgery last May, and since then he has been experiencing severe diabetes insipidus (drinking nearly 10,000 cc of water daily). However, he also has heart failure, with blood pressure typically ranging from 180 to 200 mmH...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
If you have so many issues, I recommend visiting a hospital's integrative medicine department or a family medicine clinic. They will address your conditions comprehensively, rather than treating each symptom in isolation.[Read More] Post-Surgery Care for Brain Tumor Patients: Managing Complications and Medications
Understanding Brain Tumors: A Case Study of Severe Complications
The brain tumor has affected the brainstem? (My mom has diabetes) My mom went to the emergency room at midnight due to a headache. A CT scan revealed a 7 cm tumor at the front of her brain. An MRI was performed, and she was admitted to the hospital at 6 PM the same day. During he...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Without seeing the brain CT scan and the actual medical history, I cannot provide you with an accurate answer, but it does not seem optimistic.[Read More] Understanding Brain Tumors: A Case Study of Severe Complications
Is Scalp Tingling a Sign of Brain Tumor Recurrence?
Experiencing numbness in the head raises concerns about the possibility of a brain tumor recurrence? My daughter had a germ cell tumor in her brain last year. After a year of treatment, the tumor has shrunk significantly. However, recently she has been experiencing tingling and p...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Unable to determine, it is recommended to return to the outpatient clinic for examination.[Read More] Is Scalp Tingling a Sign of Brain Tumor Recurrence?
Post-Surgery Sleepiness and Coordination Issues After Brain Tumor Removal
Post-operative drowsiness, refusal to eat or drink, and left-sided incoordination following brain tumor surgery? Hello Doctor, my younger brother is 23 years old. Before the surgery, he only exhibited symptoms of left eyelid ptosis and mild hearing impairment in the left ear. Thi...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
It is recommended to continue monitoring, and it should gradually improve.[Read More] Post-Surgery Sleepiness and Coordination Issues After Brain Tumor Removal
Post-Surgery Facial Numbness After Brain Tumor Treatment: Options and Risks
Treatment for facial numbness after brain tumor surgery? Hello Doctor, my mother underwent surgery for a meningioma a year ago and subsequently received stereotactic radiosurgery. Since then, she has been experiencing persistent facial numbness and tingling. She has been on medic...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
What are the causes of facial numbness? Is it caused by a brain tumor? Without detailed medical history, it is not possible to provide an answer.[Read More] Post-Surgery Facial Numbness After Brain Tumor Treatment: Options and Risks
Understanding Post-Surgery Coma Scores and ICP Monitoring in Neurosurgery
Intracranial pressure monitor Dear Doctor: After a brain tumor surgery, is it true that the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) score is always 3 immediately post-operation? Additionally, is it mandatory to place an intracranial pressure (ICP) monitor after the surgery?
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Regardless of the type of surgery, immediately after general anesthesia, the level of consciousness is typically at 3. It is not always necessary to place an intracranial pressure monitor.[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Coma Scores and ICP Monitoring in Neurosurgery
Understanding Severe Migraines: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Severe migraine Doctor, I would like to ask about my condition. A few months ago, I experienced severe headaches for the first time, and when using the computer screen, I couldn't focus my vision. After taking some painkillers and sleeping, I felt better the next day. Howeve...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
It is usually a migraine. Since the examination has been scheduled, we will wait for the results and then discuss them with the doctor.[Read More] Understanding Severe Migraines: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Understanding Tumor Surgery: Concerns About Diagnosis and Treatment Risks
Is it possible that a physician might incise a wound and then not properly manage it, or handle it incorrectly? Several years ago, I had a tumor at the elbow of my left arm, which was diagnosed by a plastic surgeon at A Hospital as a neurofibroma. The doctor advised that I needed...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
No one can obtain a definitive diagnosis without sending the tumor for pathological examination. I also don't know why the physician is reluctant to perform a simple surgery![Read More] Understanding Tumor Surgery: Concerns About Diagnosis and Treatment Risks
Understanding Brain Tumor Recurrence: Causes and Treatment Options
Brain tumor recurrence I would like to ask the doctor about the conditions under which brain tumors are likely to recur. My friend suddenly fainted in November 2014, and bystanders said it was a seizure; this was the first episode, and he had no prior symptoms. After examination,...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
To determine the type of brain tumor, whether it is benign or malignant, and the cellular characteristics, is essential for understanding the likelihood of recurrence. Targeted therapies or chemotherapy should not pose issues for the skull.[Read More] Understanding Brain Tumor Recurrence: Causes and Treatment Options