I had a brain tumour - meningioma - 3 years ago.. I have to go back to the neurosurgeon this year for a check up, and I always get nervous and convince myself that it's back. Does anyone know some possible signs? I know there is a lot to consider.. Perhaps I'm just looking for some peace of mind.
2006-10-24 16:07:47 · 5 answers · asked by Cindy 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
Hi
I have a grade 3/4 mixed glioblastoma multiforme brain tumor.
That started out as a grade 2 came back as a higher grade.
For me. I started having seizures again, headaches, and a generally yucky Feeling I get..............exec.
For me. I knew it was coming back before the doctors did, " Long story"
If it has come back. They are learning daily about new treatments. They gave me <6 months to live a year and a half ago.
And I'm pretty much still going strong ""
I don't know if that's a lot of peace of mind. But I hope it helps.
Feel free to contact me if there's anything else, you need help with
Allan Mayta
2006-10-26 02:30:25 · answer #1 · answered by allanmayta 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
signs of recurrence : severe headaches ,morning vomiting,blurred vision,new weakness in the extremities.by the way ,meningioma is a benign tumor,take it easy on yourself,spend some time in relaxing environment (nature is a good choice)
2006-10-25 16:55:41 · answer #2 · answered by Mike004 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know the answer to your condition, but I want to give you some encouragement. I know it's hard to convince yourself of a good thing when bad thing happened to you; but you need to look pass that. We can alter our life by altering our attitudes of mind (mind over body).
A cheerful mind is a vigorous mind (Jean De la Fontaine).
The most important thing in life is faith; trust God in all things.
Matthew 9:21-22 She said to herself, "If I only touch his cloak, I will be healed." Jesus turned and saw her. "Take heart, daughter," he said, "your faith has healed you." And the woman was healed from that moment.
I will pray for your good health. Keep smiling. Choose to live a happy life.
2006-10-25 00:09:27 · answer #3 · answered by childofGod 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I can sympathize. I had endometrial cancer and I am checked every 3 months for its return. I know it is hard. Hang in there. Check Mayo Clinic website for symptoms of recurrence. Best wishes.
2006-10-24 23:15:47 · answer #4 · answered by catzrme 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Just be glad they're keeping close track of you and tell them any symptoms or anything off. They need to know everything.
2006-10-24 23:19:43 · answer #5 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋