Brain tumour often silently creeps in without you not knowing. And as data shows that it represents about two per cent of all cancer cases in India, with an estimated 30,000 new cases diagnosed annually, early diagnosis improves survival and quality of life.
According to Dr Satnam Singh Chhabra, Chairman and Senior Consultant, Neurosurgery, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, brain tumours can sometimes present with subtle or silent signs that may be easily confused with other conditions. “It’s important to note that these signs can also be caused by other conditions and may not necessarily indicate a brain tumour. However, if any of these symptoms are persistent or worsening, it’s important to get a consultation,” he says. Excerpts:
