Recognizing meningioma, a brain tumor that attacks the nerves of the eye

Definition

What is a meningioma?

Meningiomas are slow-growing tumors on the membrane (meninges) that cover the surface of the brain, spinal cord, or spinal cord roots. Almost all meningiomas are benign (not cancerous) tumors. About 80 percent of sufferers can be cured if the entire tumor can be removed.

How common is meningioma?

Meningioma tumor is a disease that can happen to everyone. However, most of these occur in women who are 45 years old. You can prevent this disease by reducing risk factors. Please discuss with your doctor for more information.

Signs & symptoms

What are the signs and symptoms of meningioma?

The size of the tumor affects how symptoms will appear. Small tumors may not cause significant symptoms. However, if it is large, the symptoms of a meningioma tumor are:

• Headache
• Loss of sense of smell
• Vision and hearing problems such as blurred vision, ringing or deafness
• Nausea and vomiting
• Memory loss
• Epilepsy (seizures)

There may be signs and symptoms not listed above. If you have concerns about a particular symptom, consult your doctor.

When to see a doctor?

Call your doctor or go to the hospital if you have any of the following symptoms:

• Prolonged headache
• Severe memory loss
• Sudden seizure
• There has been a sudden change in your vision and memory

Cause

What causes meningioma?

Meningioma tumors are caused by the growth of abnormal cells on the surface layer of the brain, spinal cord or spinal cord roots. The cause of this abnormal growth is unknown.

Risk factors

What puts me at risk for meningioma?

Certain factors that increase your risk of developing a meningioma tumor are:

• Radiation treatment. Radiation therapy performed by giving radiation to the head (for example during cancer radiotherapy) can increase the risk of meningioma.
• Female hormones. Meningiomas are more common in women, so doctors believe that female hormones are a risk factor.
• Inherited nervous system disorders. The rare neurofibromatosis type 2 disorder increases the risk of meningiomas and other brain tumors.

Having no risk factors does not mean you can't get this disease. These factors are for reference only. You should consult your doctor for more details.

Medicines & Medicines

The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor.

What are the treatment options for meningioma?

Patients with meningiomas that are small, slow-growing, and don't cause symptoms generally don't need treatment. However, generally doctors will still carry out regular examinations with CT scans or MRI to monitor tumor growth.

Surgery to remove the tumor can be performed if the doctor thinks it is necessary. After the tumor is removed, the patient will be examined to see if it has become cancerous. If it is cancer, radiation treatment can be done.

In some cases, non-invasive radiosurgery (focused radiation using gamma rays) can be used to treat deep tumors that are difficult to reach with regular surgery. If a seizure occurs before or after surgery, anti-seizure drugs can be used to prevent seizures.

What are the usual tests for meningioma?

Doctors diagnose meningiomas based on a medical history and physical examination. The doctor will perform a CT scan or MRI of the brain. A special X-ray of the blood vessels in the brain called angiography may be done if surgery is required.

Home remedies

What are some lifestyle changes or home remedies for meningioma?

Some of the lifestyle changes and home remedies that can help you treat meningioma are:

• Follow the treatment process recommended by your doctor
• Perform regular medical check-ups to the doctor to monitor the growth of your tumor
• Eat a healthy diet
• Get enough rest and reduce your stress

If you have any questions, consult your doctor for the best solution to your problem.