Most men with brain tumors show typical meningioma symptoms like headaches, vision disturbances or seizures
A headache on its own is rarely a sign of malignant meningioma, however. Larger malignant brain tumors can block the normal flow of cerebrospinal fluids, leading to hydrocephalus or a buildup of water in the brain. Other symptoms of brain cancer may include seizures and hearing loss.
One of the most common brain tumor symptoms is a change in vision. Sometimes this is called peripheral blindness. Vision loss can occur for different reasons. Sometimes the eye itself develops abnormally, leading to vision loss. Sometimes the brain itself develops abnormalities, causing vision loss.
In some cases, a visual field defect may occur when a tumor causes vision loss due to damage to the optic nerve. In this case, the tumor may be situated near the optic nerves. The tumor may also be located near the middle or back of the brain. If a tumor is near the optic nerves, the tumor may cause loss of vision due to damage to the optic nerve. When a tumor is located near the back of the brain, the tumor may interfere with speech production.
Seizures are another common symptom of malignant brain tumors. Because seizures can be caused by damage to the brain tissue or a malfunction of the brain's electrical system, it is important to seek medical advice right away. Seizures can be mild to moderate in intensity and occur several times each day. If the brain tumor has spread to the central nervous system, the patient may have difficulty breathing, may vomit and may have trouble speaking. The brain tumor symptoms listed above may occur only in some patients.
Other symptoms of brain tumors can be more serious
Patients with malignant brain tumors may have seizures or loss of consciousness due to coma. They may not respond to medications and should always have a doctor check them out. If you notice these symptoms, you should see a doctor as soon as possible. It may be an indication of a larger or more serious tumor that requires surgery.
Symptoms of other forms of brain tumors, such as glioblastoma, are often ignored for weeks or even months before a patient is diagnosed. The tumor might be causing many of the symptoms and the body may have been fighting the tumor, even if it was never suspected. Doctors are still learning all about tumors, their causes and how they work. However, they know that a tumor can move from one part of the brain to another. The result is often that the patient has no memory of anything that has happened during the time he or she has had symptoms. Even in the early stages of a tumor, it is important to have a doctor examine the patient regularly.
Other than seizure and vision loss, there are some brain tumor symptoms that can occur with malignant tumors. Some people feel a strong feeling of discomfort in the chest, although the tumor itself may not produce this sensation. Other people have a feeling that the eyes and face are closing. They may experience tingling or weakness in the hands and legs. These types of symptoms can also be produced by meningitis or meningoencephalitis. infections can also produce the same symptoms.
The most common meningioma symptoms include seizures, vision loss, pain in the chest or throat and hearing loss. A doctor should be able to diagnose a malignant tumor and treat it when it is caught early, so that treatment options can be explored and the patient can get better.
