Tumor, Neurosurgery FAQ - Page 2

Postoperative symptoms after brain tumor surgery? Hello, doctor. After undergoing brain tumor resection surgery last June, I have been experiencing persistent symptoms of tinnitus and facial numbness. Could this be due to nerve damage during the surgery, or is it a problem relate...

Is Dymista suitable for me? Hello Doctor: Below is my recent biopsy report. I was diagnosed with a grade II oligodendroglioma 18 years ago, and I have undergone surgery and radiation therapy. This time, the tumor has grown in the brainstem area, compressing the brainstem, and no ...

Brain MRI report Due to a high prolactin level of 54, I underwent an MRI, which reported "No definite brain mass including the sella region. Upward bulging appearance of the pituitary gland probably indicates some hypertrophy or physiological change." This second senten...

Can a brain tumor compress the nasal cavity? Since October 2021, I have been experiencing a feeling of pressure and tightness in the right nasal cavity (without pain). I have consulted with an otolaryngologist and a dentist to rule out issues such as nasopharyngeal cancer or dent...

Surgical issues Is the risk of surgery high for a craniopharyngioma after a craniotomy? What are the potential postoperative complications?

Neurofibromas are benign tumors that arise from the nerve sheath, primarily composed of Schwann cells, fibroblasts, and other cell types. They are commonly associated with neurofibromatos Hello, doctor. Previously, my mother was diagnosed with a primary glioblastoma after a brain...

Postoperative Care for Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Surgery Hello, doctor. At the beginning of 2020, I had a tumor in the fourth ventricle and underwent craniotomy for tumor resection. After the surgery, I developed symptoms of hydrocephalus and subsequently had a ventriculoperiton...

Clamping surgery Hello Doctor: My mother underwent a craniotomy on March 15, with the surgery performed on the 16th. After the surgery, the doctor reported that it was very successful, with no bleeding and the aneurysm was clipped. She was then moved to the intensive care unit fo...

Multiple concussions Hello Doctor, I have experienced five mild concussions over the past two years, with the most recent one occurring in mid-November. Since my third concussion in March, I have been experiencing ongoing issues with attention, judgment, and memory. A CT scan sho...

Pituitary adenoma and Ritalin? Hello, doctor. My child has a history of pituitary adenoma, specifically Cushing's syndrome, and has undergone surgical treatment. However, he has attention deficit disorder (ADD) and is currently taking medications such as Ritalin and Stratter...

Post-craniotomy sequelae Hello Dr. Chang, my mother has a long history of mental illness and has been continuously taking psychiatric medications such as Seroquel and other antidepressants and anxiolytics. Since mid-last year, she has frequently reported experiencing double visio...

Neck issues? Hello Doctor: Recently, the X-ray results from my health check-up showed a 2.4 cm lesion in my cervical spine. I have already scheduled an appointment with orthopedics for October, but I am still concerned and would like to ask if a 2.4 cm cervical spine lesion indic...

There is a 2 cm Tarlov cyst at the S1-S2 level? Three years ago, I fell and landed on my buttocks, after which I discovered a cyst measuring 2.x cm at the S1-S2 level of my spine. I consulted a doctor who diagnosed it as a Tarlov cyst, and I have been under observation since then...

Does a brain tumor affect "numbness and tingling in the legs" and "low blood pressure"? Hello Dr. Chang, my father is 61 years old. Last July, he began experiencing tingling and numbness in his feet and calves, like being pricked by needles. An MRI determined ...

Postoperative issues following surgery for giant cell tumor of the spine? I have a giant cell tumor at my lumbar spine L3. I underwent surgery at the beginning of February, and the doctor mentioned that the tumor was removed cleanly. He specifically referred to the surgical metho...

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...

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...

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...

Pituitary tumor Hello Doctor, my father has a pituitary tumor that is pressing on his optic nerve. An MRI revealed a tumor approximately 2.5 cm in size, and he underwent surgery. The doctor mentioned that the tumor was deeply embedded and surrounded by blood vessels. However, tow...

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...