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BRAIN TUMOR PROGNOSIS |
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The patient's prognosis depends on where
the tumor is located and what type of cells it contains. A patient
whose tumor is discovered early and removed completely may make a
full recovery, but the surgery itself can harm or destroy normal
brain tissue and cause: Problems with thought, speech, and coordination Seizures Weakness Personality changes. Although these post-operative problems may initially be more severe than the symptoms produced by the tumor, they will probably diminish or disappear in time. Occupational therapy can teach patients and their families new ways to approach daily tasks. Physical therapy can benefit patients who have difficulty keeping their balance, expressing their thoughts, speaking, or swallowing. Children may need special tutors before and after returning to school. For patients who have incurable brain tumors, hospice care may be available. Hospices provide a supportive environment and help patients manage pain and remain comfortable. Consequences of radiation therapy Cells killed by radiation can cluster in the brain, resembling tumors. They can cause headaches, seizures, and memory loss. Children treated with radiation may lose some of their eyesight and develop learning problems. Radiation damage to the pituitary gland can hinder normal growth and development. Consequences of chemotherapy Some drugs used to treat brain tumors can cause kidney damage and temporary or permanent tingling in the fingers and ringing in the ears. Inoperable tumors Brain tumors that cannot be removed may cause irreversible brain damage and death. |
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