It is still unknown, for what reasons such pathologies develop. There are suggestions that due to genetic abnormalities, traumas, prolonged exposure to toxins, a benign brain tumor appears. According to clinical signs, neoplasm is very similar to cancer, as it similarly compresses blood vessels and soft tissue.
Symptoms of a benign brain tumor
At the initial stages of the disease manifestations are almost invisible and do not cause concern. When the tumor reaches a significant size, the following symptoms are observed:
- decreased attention, memory, concentration;
- deterioration of sense of smell, sight and acuity of hearing;
- cramps in the limbs;
- poor orientation in space, inability to maintain balance;
- numbness in the fingers and toes;
- frequent severe headaches;
- unreasonable vomiting and nausea;
- paralysis of the facial muscles, partial or complete;
- twitching of the extremities.
The above signs can accompany other ailments, so it's important to immediately consult a specialist and perform a diagnosis through a magnetic resonance or computer tomography.
The consequences of a benign brain tumor are mainly caused by damage to the tissue structures due to their strong squeezing. In addition, the danger is represented by convulsive conditions that can lead to irreversible impairment of muscle functions. The remaining complications are associated with a risk of negative side effects after surgery, but they are extremely rare.
It is worth noting that in a few cases the described neoplasm can grow into a malignant type.
Treatment of a benign brain tumor
The scheme of therapy depends on the location and size of the tumor, the age and condition of the patient, the presence of chronic and accompanying pathologies. Given the lack of the need for a pharmacological intervention, the only effective way to cope with the problem is to remove a benign brain tumor.
The operation consists in opening the cranium and complete excision of the tumor, then radiation therapy is performed. Craniotomy has excellent results: more than 70% of patients have stable improvements after surgery, and unpleasant symptoms disappear.