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Is it possible that my headache is a result of a brain tumor?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been suffering from a heavy head, with occasional shooting, acute headaches, and ringing in my ear for the past two weeks. I had my bloodwork done, and everything came back normal. I suffer from severe anxiety. I am quite concerned that it is a brain tumor. The only medication I... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on your symptoms, it is possible that you may be experiencing signs and symptoms of a condition called benign intracranial hypertension (BIH), also known as pseudotumor cerebri. This is a neurological disorder that affects the fluid-filled spaces within the skull... Read Full »
What are the treatment options available for diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 45-year-old woman who has recently been diagnosed with a brain tumor, specifically a diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG). I am seeking more information about this condition, its characteristics, and potential treatment options. Can you provide insights into the nature of di... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG) is an aggressive type of childhood cancer that forms in the brainstem. They are very rare and almost always occur in the pediatric population. Its manifestations include dip... Read Full »
My wife has recurrent dizziness and headaches. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, My wife is 34 years old, and she is having recurrent dizziness and headaches. So, she got an MRI(Magnetic Resonance Imaging) scan of the brain. I have attached the reports for your better understanding. Your advice is much appreciated. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Unfortunately, the report (attachment removed to protect patient identity) says that there is a mass in the brain, most likely a cancerous growth. IT is most probably a high-grade glioma or lymphoma. You will need to see a neurosurgeon, who will be able to examine her ... Read Full »
I have recurring headaches and heaviness. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, For the past month, I have been suffering from head heaviness, aches, and dizziness. I went to a general physician, and he told me I had sinusitis. My heaviness is in the back of the head and, at times, in the right or left of the forehead and the eyebrows. I was given Mondeslor and... Read Full »
Dr. Hardik Nareshbhai Rajyaguru
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your symptoms completely. If you are very sure that this pattern of symptoms is consistently present, please get an MRI brain done. This pattern of symptoms has been described in patients with brain tumors. It is not 100 % sure that you would have one. ... Read Full »
I did a whole-body MRI scan. Can it detect a brain tumor?
Query: Hello doctor, Can the whole body with contrast magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) detect brain tumors? I had done the whole body MRI scan six months ago. Now due to arising some neurological symptoms neurologist advised an MRI brain scan with contrast. He said an MRI of the whole body is not worth it ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The term whole-body magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a general term used for imaging multiple parts and it includes the brain, neck, chest, abdomen, and pelvis. The limbs are usually not included. When doing whole-body MRI it is usually a comprehensive investigation d... Read Full »
Can I get brain tumor or cancer on using hair dryer?
Query: Hi doctor, I am using hair dryer five days a week. Can I have brain tumor or cancer by using hair dryer? I have been using it for six months. My hairs are pretty well. I have a nice growth and I will oil my hair every day. Sometimes I have pimples in my scalp and there is a mild pain in my one side ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. There is no connection between hair dryer use and brain tumor. So just relax and do not get worried about it. I just recommend using a good material hair dryer, without bad chemicals. Asbestos-containing hair dryers can increase the risk for lung cancer. Read Full »
What is the outcome of my brain tumor surgery?
Query: Hi doctor, Three months back, I had CyberKnife surgery for a brain tumor. Today, I had my MRI again. I want to know the report. Please explain. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The MRI brain indicates that the mass is exerting pressure on the fifth cranial nerve, responsible for transmitting sensations from the face to the brain. Encouragingly, the vital cavernous sinus remains uncompressed, indicating that the mass can be surgically removed. Ki... Read Full »
I am watching electronic device for a long time. Can it cause brain tumor?
Query: Hi doctor, I have myopia with an eye power of -5. In this pandemic, I am working for six to seven hours on electronic devices. I have mild headaches on and off. It comes and goes on its own at any time. I also have drowsiness and sometimes, I also have heaviness in my head with a problem of sligh... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. People having longer screen time face this problem. It can be simple fatigue like an eye muscle strain. You need to take small breaks during your screen work and remind yourself to blink also. While having longer screen time, your blinking rate gets decreased and it res... Read Full »
When should I be concerned about my child vomiting?
Query: Hi doctor, My two-year-old daughter keeps vomiting once a week literally, the last three Thursdays and counting today. She has no other symptoms and is completely acting normal outside of the vomiting. Each time she throws up once and goes on about her day. I am a little concerned because my husban... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Do you force-feed her? Force-feeding is one of the common causes of vomiting. Also, how is her weight gain? Is she good at all other activities? Is there any history of diarrhea? If she has this pathology, she should vomit daily and not weekly. Also, is she on bottle... Read Full »
What is the condition of my sister based on the radiology report?
Query: Hello doctor, My sister had brain surgery this year. After that, she had RT-40, 5GY, and Temodor. Kindly explian her report and present condition. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I hope your sister is doing better after radiation treatment and Temodar. As we can see, there is an irregular lesion that is likely arising near the selenium of corpus callosum and posterior commissure and extending to the adjacent bilateral peri callosal area acro... Read Full »