FAQ
FAQ's
An acoustic neuroma is a benign tumor that develops on the nerve connecting the ear to the brain, leading to hearing loss, tinnitus, or balance issues. It is diagnosed using imaging techniques such as MRI or CT scans.
AIS, caused by a blood clot blocking a blood vessel in the brain, is treated with clot-busting drugs (tPA) within a specific time window, or mechanical thrombectomy to remove the clot. Rehabilitation and lifestyle changes are key to recovery.
A brachial plexus injury involves damage to the network of nerves controlling movement and sensation in the arm and shoulder. It is commonly caused by trauma from sports, car accidents, or birth injuries. Symptoms include weakness, numbness, or paralysis in the arm.
A brain aneurysm occurs when a blood vessel in the brain weakens and balloons out. If it ruptures, it can lead to a life-threatening hemorrhagic stroke. Treatment options include surgical clipping or endovascular coiling to prevent rupture.
A brain AVM is an abnormal tangle of blood vessels that disrupts normal blood flow in the brain. Symptoms can include headaches, seizures, or neurological deficits. It may require surgery, radiosurgery, or embolization depending on its size and location.
Brain lymphoma is a rare type of cancer that originates in the lymphatic system but affects the brain. Treatment typically includes chemotherapy, steroids, and sometimes radiation therapy, but treatment options depend on the patient's overall health and specific case.
Brain tumors can cause headaches, seizures, nausea, or cognitive/behavioral changes, depending on their location. They are detected through imaging methods like MRI and CT scans, and sometimes a biopsy is needed to determine if the tumor is benign or malignant.
Carpal tunnel syndrome, caused by compression of the median nerve in the wrist, can be treated non-surgically through wrist splints, physical therapy, anti-inflammatory medications, and sometimes steroid injections. Surgery is considered if symptoms worsen.
Cervical spinal stenosis refers to the narrowing of the spinal canal in the neck, which can compress the spinal cord. Symptoms include neck pain, numbness, weakness, and sometimes difficulty walking or using the hands. Treatment options include physical therapy, medication, and possibly surgery.
Both are rare types of bone cancer, but chondrosarcoma arises from cartilage cells, whereas chordoma originates from the bones of the spine or the base of the skull. Treatment typically involves surgical resection, and sometimes radiation, depending on the tumor type and location.