Be Aware and Share Facts and Brain Tumour Signs and Symptoms
- Every day an estimated 27 Canadians are diagnosed with a brain tumour
- There are an estimated 55,000 Canadians living with a brain tumour, many of whom are children
- There are 120 different types of brain tumours
- In children (up to 19 years of age), brain tumours are the leading cause of cancer death, surpassing other common diseases such as leukemia and bone cancer
- Brain tumours don’t discriminate; they don’t care where you live, whether you are young or old, rich or poor.
- Because there is no cure for brain tumours, early diagnosis and treatment provides the best chance for recovery.
Signs and Symptoms of a Brain Tumour
- Visual disturbance including double or blurred vision
- Weakness or paralysis
- Personality changes
- Morning nausea and vomiting
- Weakness or paralysis
- Dizziness or unsteadiness
- Personality changes
- Frequent headaches
- Hearing impairment
- Seizures
If you have experienced any of these symptoms, talk to your family doctor.
After my father was diagnosed with a GBM in 1999, and died 16 months later, my sister created a web site for brain tumor patients and caregivers. While I hope you NEVER have to use it, the site details end stages — something that typical hospice nurses and caregivers don’t know to look for. Her web site is http://www.brainhospice.com. It has helped people around the world and is recognized and recommended by numerous respected neurosurgeons in the US. Again, I hope JP (and others who commented here) never need to refer to my sister’s web site and will continue to win this battle. If, however, any of you DO need guidance should the news change, please go this site. It’s dedicated to our father and was created out of love for everyone facing this situation. ~ Alison
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