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zackariah147
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| Hello, my friends. My colleague has a brain tumor. His doctor has recently told him that. I think that he will probably go for a brain radiation. I can guess that this kind of treatment has various side effects. I would like to know which ones are. Thanks for replying! Bye! |
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lodovico1745
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| Posted: 03/04/08 - 18:26 Post subject: |
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| Hi, there. You are right when you say that radiation treatment has various side effects. Radiation affects not only tumor cells, but also cells that are multiplying fast like hair cells, cells of intestinal epithelium, hematopoietic cells, etc. It also affects the surrounding tissue of the tumor. Hair loss is one of the symptoms, although it can grow back. Skin irritation is another common side effect. Brain swelling can also occur and it manifests with a headache. You should contact doctor in that case. There can also appear hearing problems, nausea, vomiting, appetite loss, short term memory problems, etc. But, there are other treatment options your colleague should consider with the doctor like chemotherapy or surgery. I hope your colleague will feel better. |
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| Posted: 03/16/08 - 23:15 Post subject: Brain Radiation side effects |
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| My mom had a brain tumor from lung cancer, it was very small and was easily removed. The Dr. suggested full brain radiation, which we did. Not long after her last treatment, she was unable to walk and had a very difficult time communicating. she is now in a nursing home. I would not op for full brain rationation if your friend has only one tumor. Good luck and God bless |
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