World Brain Tumour Day 2024: Signs Of Brain Tumour Amongst Youngsters

Brain tumours can affect individuals of all ages, including youngsters and many of them tend to have headaches before the diagnosis which may worsen in the morning.

Signs Of Brain Tumour Amongst Youngsters

Nausea and vomiting are commonly seen in flu or flu-like illnesses. However, one with a brain tumour can experience these symptoms when there is increased pressure inside the brain. If these symptoms persist or coincide with a headache, consult the doctor on an immediate basis. (Image Source: ABP Live AI)

Sleepiness: If one is acting lethargic, or extra sleepy, for no apparent reason, call the doctor for further evaluation. (Image Source: ABP Live AI)

Seizures: If one is having seizures then it will be imperative to visit the expert and get the underlying diagnosis. (Image Source: ABP Live AI)

Personality or behaviour changes, weight gain, speech problems, tiredness, and feeling hungry can also indicate brain tumours. (Image Source: ABP Live AI)

Memory problems: Forgetfulness is commonly seen in those who have brain tumours. (Image Source: ABP Live AI)

Vision, hearing, or speech changes: So, based on the brain tumour’s location, it can affect vision, hearing, and speech. (Image Source: ABP Live AI)

Balance Problems: When the tumour is near the brain stem, it leads to balance problems and the child may fall often. Thus, parents need to be attentive when it comes to their child’s health. (Image Source: ABP Live AI)

Inputs by: Dr Harish R Naik who is a consultant neurosurgeon (Brain & Spine) at Medicover Hospitals, Navi Mumbai (Image Source: Canva)