Signs & Symptoms

If you suspect you may have a brain tumour, you are probably experiencing some unpleasant symptoms. Here are some of the most common symptoms:

• Headaches

• Seizures 

• Difficulty thinking and/or speaking

• Changes in personality

• Tingling on one side of the body

• Stiffness on one side of the body

• Loss of balance

• Change in vision

• Memory loss

• Nausea

• Disorientation

• Fatigue and muscle weakness

• Anxiety / depression

 

How to help when someone is having a seizure

Seizures are a sudden attack or convulsion caused by an abnormal burst of electricity in the brain. Signs can range from muscle contractions, to staring, to loss of consciousness.

• Stay with them and allow the seizure to pass (a few seconds or a few minutes)

• Loosen any tight clothing if possible and make sure they are breathing

• Try to cushion harmful objects to prevent injury while convulsing

• DO NOT put anything in their mouth

• Call for emergency help if the seizure lasts longer than 5 minutes, if a second seizure immediately follows, or if they are injured or not breathing

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Consulting a Healthcare Provider

Make an appointment with your doctor if you have persistent symptoms that are concerning you. If you suspect a brain tumour, it is best to see a doctor as soon as possible to confirm or rule out a diagnosis.