Know All About Brain Tumour


The brain is the engine of the body. To ensure that it performs adequately and with ease, we need to be aware of and protect from the dangers that might harm the system.
The brain is the central organ of our nervous system. It is composed of wired like cells called nerves and tissues. It has three sections which control three major activities –
  • Brain Stem – Breathing and its association with the heart.
  • Cerebellum – Body movements.
  • Cerebrum – Responsible for our five senses, memories, emotions, personality, expressive speech and thinking.

A brain tumour occurs when an abnormal growth and accumulation of damaged or dead cells take place. The cause of this disease varies from person to person. Some brain tumours are benign (non-cancerous) which are sometimes curable if safety measures are taken at an early stage while some are malignant (cancerous) which are generally destructive. There are generally two types of brain tumours –
  • Primary Brain Tumours – The formation begins from the brain cells or tissues. They can be either benign or malignant.
  • Secondary Or Metastatic Brain Tumours – The development of cancerous cells in elsewhere part of the body like breast, kidney, lung or colon and spread to the brain. These tumours are malignant by nature. 

The size, type and location of a tumour determines the symptoms. Normally, these symptoms suggest a threat of a developing brain tumour –
  • Periodical headaches
  • Nausea/vomiting
  • Visionary problems
  • Balancing difficulties
  • Speech complications
  • Behavioral changes
  • Gradual retardation of senses
  • Hearing issues
  • Confusion in daily routine

As soon as you notice these persistent signs, make an appointment with a doctor immediately. There are some of the best neurosurgeons in India to consult. There are various options to remove brain tumours such as surgery, chemotherapy and radiation treatment.

Although brain tumour is a kind of disease, which is definitely concerning, taking proper precautions as early as possible diminish; the risks significantly and even prevent fatality.

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