Brain Tumor Treatment in Sangareddy
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Brain Tumor Treatment in Sangareddy
A brain tumor is an abnormal growth of cells within the brain or the skull. Some tumors are benign (non-cancerous) and grow slowly, while others are malignant (cancerous) and behave more aggressively. The location of a brain tumor within the brain is often as important as its type in determining symptoms and treatment options.
Brain tumors can be primary, meaning they originate in the brain, or secondary (metastatic), meaning they have spread to the brain from a cancer elsewhere in the body such as the lung, breast, or colon. Both types require careful evaluation and an individually tailored treatment plan developed by a multidisciplinary team.
At KBR Life Care Hospitals, Sangareddy, patients presenting with neurological symptoms that raise concern for a brain tumor receive prompt imaging and specialist assessment. Our neurosurgery team works alongside oncologists and radiologists to ensure patients and their families are fully informed and supported through the diagnostic and treatment process.
Types & Causes
Glioma
The most common primary brain tumor arising from glial cells; ranges from low-grade (slow-growing) to high-grade glioblastoma
Meningioma
Arises from the membranes surrounding the brain; usually benign and slow-growing, often found incidentally
Pituitary Adenoma
Benign tumor of the pituitary gland; can cause hormonal disturbances and visual problems by pressing on nearby structures
Acoustic Neuroma (Vestibular Schwannoma)
Benign tumor on the hearing and balance nerve; causes progressive hearing loss, tinnitus, and balance problems
Brain Metastases
Cancers spreading to the brain from primary sites elsewhere; require systemic cancer management alongside local treatment
Medulloblastoma
Malignant tumor arising in the cerebellum; more common in children; treated with surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy
Symptoms to Watch For
Persistent or progressively worsening headaches, often worse in the morning
New-onset seizures in an adult without prior history
Weakness, numbness, or clumsiness in one arm or leg
Difficulty speaking, finding words, or understanding speech
Visual disturbances: blurring, double vision, or loss of peripheral vision
Unexplained nausea and vomiting, especially in the morning
Personality or behaviour changes noticed by family members
Balance problems, dizziness, or difficulty walking
When to See a Doctor
- New or escalating headaches that are different in character from any previous headaches
- A first seizure at any age requires urgent neurological evaluation
- Sudden onset of weakness, speech difficulty, or visual loss (may also indicate stroke: seek emergency care)
- Any combination of neurological symptoms such as memory change, personality change, and coordination problems
- Children with persistent early-morning headaches, vomiting, or new clumsiness should be assessed promptly
- Known cancer patients developing new neurological symptoms should have brain imaging arranged urgently
How We Diagnose
- Detailed neurological examination: cranial nerves, power, coordination, reflexes, visual fields
- MRI brain with and without contrast: the most accurate imaging for brain tumor characterisation
- CT brain for emergency assessment when MRI is not immediately available
- MR spectroscopy or perfusion MRI to help differentiate tumor types when needed
- Biopsy or surgical resection for definitive histological diagnosis and tumor grading
- Full staging workup if metastatic disease is suspected: CT chest, abdomen, and pelvis
Our Treatment Approach
- Corticosteroids to reduce brain swelling and relieve symptoms while treatment is being planned
- Anti-epileptic medicines for patients who have had seizures
- Surgical resection: removal of as much tumor as safely possible while preserving neurological function
- Stereotactic biopsy for tumors in deep or eloquent brain areas where open surgery poses high risk
- Radiotherapy: post-operative radiation for malignant tumors to treat residual disease
- Chemotherapy: used for specific tumor types, particularly glioblastoma and metastatic tumors
- Regular MRI surveillance for benign or partially resected tumors
- Supportive care: physiotherapy, speech therapy, and psychological support throughout treatment
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