Brain Health Month Science Popularization Series丨A man suffered from repeated headaches and unsteady walking, and the real culprit turned out to be a brain glioma!

Uncle Li, 53, was usually in good health. But six months ago, he started to suffer from recurring headaches and unsteady walking. He thought that he was overworked and thus did not pay much attention to it.

Until 10 days ago, Uncle Li showed symptoms of mental depression and slow speech, so he came to the Hunan Provincial Second People's Hospital (Provincial Brain Hospital) for treatment accompanied by his family.

After a detailed examination, it was found that Uncle Li had a space-occupying lesion in his brain, and it was considered that he had a high possibility of glioma. The neurosurgery department performed lesion resection + meningeal repair for the patient as soon as possible, and the critical care department actively carried out anti-infection, brain protection, nutritional support and other comprehensive treatments. With the sincere cooperation between the critical care department and the neurosurgery department, Uncle Li's vital signs are now stable and he has been transferred to the general ward for treatment.

What is a brain glioma, what are the symptoms, and how to prevent it? Yang Yongkang, deputy chief physician of the Department of Critical Care Medicine at the Second People's Hospital of Hunan Province (Provincial Brain Hospital) , explains:

Gliomas are tumors that originate from brain glial cells and are common primary intracranial tumors. The factors that can be determined at present include: high-dose ionizing radiation and genetic mutations related to certain rare diseases.

Symptoms of glioma patients vary, depending on the type and location of the tumor:

1. Headache, especially when you wake up in the morning

2. Nausea and vomiting, which are mainly caused by the tumor compressing the surrounding brain tissue

3. Memory loss

4. Epileptic seizures

5. Movement disorders, such as limb weakness or assistance problems

6. Abnormal sensations, such as tingling or numbness

In addition, some people experience unexplained personality changes, language disorders, unsteady walking and other symptoms. These symptoms should be treated with caution and medical attention should be sought promptly.

How to prevent brain glioma?

1. Reduce the number of times you stare at the computer screen and mobile phone for a long time, especially do not put the mobile phone next to the pillow at night . This can effectively reduce exposure to electromagnetic radiation and reduce the risk of disease.

2. Eat a balanced diet, including fresh fruits and vegetables, and fish, meat, and eggs that are rich in high-quality protein . These foods not only provide necessary nutrients, but also help increase the body's natural defense mechanism.

3. If you experience symptoms such as persistent headaches, epileptic seizures, or limb movement disorders, pay attention immediately , seek medical attention promptly, and undergo brain CT and MRI examinations to rule out the possibility of intracranial space-occupying lesions. Early detection and early treatment can maintain brain health.

Hunan Medical Chat Special Author: Zhang Xinzhou, Department of Critical Care Medicine, Hunan Second People's Hospital (Provincial Brain Hospital)

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(Edited by ZS)