Question 1

is there a doctor who has treated intraosseous/en plaque meningioma of the sphenoid wing? how was it diagnosed?

Accepted Answer

: You need to see a maxillo facial surgeon who will take 3D scan and evaluate how best to treat your condition.

Question 2

does "calcified dural plaque versus small non-enhancing meningioma" mean it's either plaque or meningioma? i don't understand the use of "versus"

Accepted Answer

Versus a : Calcified meningioma? Its probably too small or atypical to distinguish. Second opinion from a neuroradiologist versus a neurosurgeon is suggested, versus repeating the study in 3-6 months.

Question 3

can you die from meningioma?

Accepted Answer

Yes: All abnormal growths in the brain are serious.  A meningioma is brain tumor that can vary from very mild to very severe.  Some are very slow growing and depending on the patient's age and risks for surgery "might" not be removed.  Most are removed, simply because the earlier one can be removed the less the chance it could grow so big as to kill someone.  That is too simplistic an answer.

Question 4

what are the symptoms of meningioma?

Accepted Answer

Most have none: Most people have no symptoms at all.
There are typical symptoms of brain tumors depending on the location of the tumor when the symptoms occur.
These can include headache, nausea, visual changes and many more- again depending on the size and location of the tumor.

Question 5

what is a calcified meningioma?

Accepted Answer

Calcium deposits: Menigioams are typically non-cancerous tumors of the lining of the brain and spinal cord. The tumor cells arange themselves ina a concentria whorl pattern and get calcified over time. This is picked up on a ct scan or other tests as "calcified" menigioma by the appearance.

Question 6

how serious is meningioma tumor?

Accepted Answer

Location: Meningiomas are mostly benign tumors and curable by resection. The seriousness depends on the location that may determine the degree of difficulty of surgical removal.

Question 7

what does calcified meningioma mean?

Accepted Answer

Just that!: Meningiomas are almost always benign tumors arising in the meninges (covering the brain) they can enlarge over time and may calcify.

Question 8

how long does surgery for a meningioma take?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It entirely depends upon the location of the meningioma.  It may take only a few hours or can take 12 to 15 hours depending upon its location.

Question 9

how old is too old for surgery on meningioma?

Accepted Answer

No specific age: There is no specific age cutoff for surgery. A person's underlying health and the site of the meningioma dictate whether or not surgery can or should be performed safely.

Question 10

do people with meningioma have a lot of pain?

Accepted Answer

No: Most meningioma patients have no symptoms.  A few will have headaches and possibly seizures if the meningioma is large enough.  They are often present for many years without difficulty and can be watched.

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Is there a doctor who has treated intraosseous/en plaque meningioma of the sphenoid wing? how was it diagnosed?

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Does "calcified dural plaque versus small non-enhancing meningioma" mean it's either plaque or meningioma? i don't understand the use of "versus"

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Can you die from meningioma?

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What are the symptoms of meningioma?

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What is a calcified meningioma?

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How serious is meningioma tumor?

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What does calcified meningioma mean?

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How long does surgery for a meningioma take?

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Do people with meningioma have a lot of pain?

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