Tumor, Neurosurgery FAQ - Page 7

Postoperative conditions after meningioma surgery? My wife experienced several episodes of aphasia four months ago, and after examination, a meningioma was discovered. She underwent a minimally invasive surgery to remove it (although it is unclear if it was completely excised), a...

Pituitary tumor Does dyeing and perming hair affect pituitary tumors? A pituitary tumor that was 0.2 cm and secreting prolactin 3-4 years ago has not been treated for almost a year; could it worsen? What are the treatment options for a cure? Are there any authoritative doctors sp...

Pituitary tumor Hello Dr. Ding: I underwent an MRI examination... In September, the results indicated a pituitary tumor (the January examination showed pituitary hyperplasia). The neurologist mentioned that there is slight pressure on the optic nerve and the vomiting center. My p...

Cerebral cell pathology Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask about my boyfriend who had a brain hemorrhage due to an accident ten years ago. At that time, surgery was deemed too risky, so he did not undergo a procedure to clear it. Now, he is experiencing issues with brain cell deg...

Pituitary tumor A pituitary tumor measuring approximately 0.2 cm, will massaging the chest daily exacerbate milk secretion? Thank you.

Headache Hello, Director: I underwent surgery two years ago for multiple meningiomas. Due to the size and depth of the sellar meningioma, it was removed in two stages: first, the majority was excised, and then I underwent stereotactic radiosurgery. In April, an MRI showed a reduc...

Subarachnoid hemorrhage Hello, I would like to ask about subarachnoid hemorrhage, for example: what causes subarachnoid hemorrhage? Is it caused by trauma or is it a complication of a disease? Also, what is the likelihood of subarachnoid hemorrhage leading to hydrocephalus? Thank...

Neurospinal tract transection? Hello, could you please let me know where in the country I can find audiovisual materials, such as videotapes or discs, related to neurosurgical procedures for viewing? For example, resources on trigeminal nerve root sectioning and cavernous sinus t...

Occipital bone lump Hello, a family member has had a hard, protruding area at the lower left back of the head (near the neck) for many years, which they thought was just a prominent skull feature since it wasn't painful. However, they recently noticed that the protrusion has...

Nine years ago, a pituitary tumor was removed. Questions for the doctor? The patient did not receive radiation therapy post-surgery and recovered well, being discharged after one week. However, there is still a tumor remaining on the optic nerve. Is this type of tumor likely to g...

Nine years ago, a pituitary tumor was removed? Recently, I met a 26-year-old woman through a matchmaking event. She underwent surgery for a pituitary tumor nine years ago, but the tumor could not be completely removed due to its pressure on the optic nerve. I have a few questions...

Questions about lipomas? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing mild numbness in my left foot for a year, occasionally accompanied by a tingling sensation. After undergoing an MRI, it was discovered that I have a lipoma on my spine. The doctor mentioned that surgery is the only t...

Which type of surgery should be used for meningiomas? Dear Dr. Chang, My mother is 60 years old and has recently been diagnosed with a meningioma following an MRI examination. Additionally, she has calcification in her cervical spine, and the meningioma is severely compressing h...

Pituitary tumor Elevated prolactin levels can lead to lactation, and it may be related to breast stimulation such as massage. To restore normal levels, it is important to consult a healthcare professional who may recommend lifestyle changes, medication, or further evaluation to i...

Involuntary movements of the tongue while speaking? I have a question to ask. About six months ago, my mother noticed that her speech became unclear, similar to having a "thick tongue," and her tongue would move involuntarily while speaking, which occurred quite frequen...

Parlodel medication Taking one tablet of Parlodel daily to treat a 0.2 cm pituitary tumor can cause side effects such as dizziness, nausea, nasal congestion, and rapid heartbeat. These are considered common side effects. There are alternative medications available, and it may be ...

Neurofibroma Hello, I recently had an MRI that revealed a 0.75 cm tumor on my spinal nerve. Do I need surgery? Can it be determined whether it is malignant or benign? How large will the surgical incision be? Is there a risk of paralysis in the lower body or incontinence? How many...

Schwannoma Hello, I recently had an MRI that revealed a 0.75 cm tumor on my spinal nerve. Do I need surgery for this? Can it be determined whether it is malignant or benign? How large will the surgical incision be? Is there a risk of paralysis in the lower body or incontinence? H...

Pituitary tumor A pituitary tumor measuring 0.2 cm has been present for 3 years. Due to not taking medication for a long time, the prolactin level has recently risen to 144.69. Will surgery completely eradicate the tumor? Will taking one tablet of Parlodel daily lead to a complet...

Sciatica In January, I suddenly experienced strange pain (without any external force) that extended from my left lower back down to my left foot. I went to the hospital's neurology department for an electromyography (EMG) to confirm that there was compression on the sciatic ...