Tumors growing inside the cranial cavity are collectively referred to as "brain tumors," which can occur at any age. In recent years, the incidence of brain tumors has been increasing annually, posing significant risks. So how can brain tumors be detected early to ensure early diagnosis and treatment?

I. What Causes Brain Tumors?

1. Radiation Exposure

Nowadays, there is a dazzling array of electrical appliances, with televisions, computers, and mobile phones being the most commonly used items. Any device that operates with electricity emits electromagnetic radiation, and pregnant women, in particular, may face an increased risk of fetal cancer due to exposure to such radiation.

2. Drug Abuse

Using medications that should not be taken, overdosing on antibiotics, or drug abuse during pregnancy can all potentially lead to brain tumors.

3. Viral Infections

If a pregnant mother or a newborn infant is infected with viruses such as the papillomavirus or EB virus, it may cause pathological changes in the body.

4. Environmental Pollution

Many foods, fast foods, and beverages contain additives such as colorants, flavorings, preservatives, and thickeners, among which many cannot be definitively identified as disease-causing. For adults with stronger metabolic systems, consumption may not trigger immediate reactions. However, children have weaker liver and kidney functions, and excessive intake can lead to toxin accumulation in the body, potentially causing malignant lesions.

2. If You Experience These 6 Symptoms, Be Cautious of Brain Tumors!

1. Headache

Occurs throughout the day but is most pronounced in the early morning, often waking the person from deep sleep with pain that may slightly alleviate after getting up and moving. Actions such as coughing, sneezing, or bending forward often worsen the headache, while raising the head, sitting, or standing may relieve it. The pain is typically diffuse and felt throughout the head.

2. Vomiting

Usually occurs when the headache is severe, and the pain may lessen after vomiting.

3. Blurred vision, double vision

In the early stages, it may manifest as temporary blackouts in vision with brief episodes of vision loss. As the condition progresses, it gradually worsens into persistent visual impairment, potentially leading to complete blindness in severe cases. Some individuals may experience bitemporal hemianopia, which can severely hinder daily activities in advanced stages.

4. Unilateral proptosis

Unilateral eye protrusion: In 50% of cases, unilateral eye protrusion is caused by intracranial diseases, with brain tumors being the most common underlying cause. In severe cases, it may lead to eyelid issues such as widened palpebral fissure and incomplete eyelid closure

5. Acromegaly

A distinctive clinical symptom of eosinophilic pituitary tumors, mainly manifested as enlarged, thick, and coarse hands and feet, protruding brow ridges and jawline, and facial disfigurement. Children affected may develop into giants.

6. Amenorrhea and Galactorrhea

Non-pregnant lactation and amenorrhea in women of childbearing age are often the initial symptoms of pituitary tumors, while in men, it primarily presents as impotence, loss of facial, armpit, and pubic hair, and increased subcutaneous fat.