Question 1

how long last full brain recovery after a craniotomy? i mean a normal brain in its functions. i ask it because i have a titanium mesh... and i feel tensional headaches yet after 4 years?

Accepted Answer

: You could have tension headache even without having titanium mesh. It is best to try relaxation techniques along with massage to help manage the situation in concert with your health care provider.

Question 2

what is recovery time after a craniotomy to remove a epidural hematoma?

Accepted Answer

Less than 8 weeks: Recovery time depends on the cause for surgery and the patient's overall health status. If the operation was successful and uncomplicated, then recovery is usually quick, since there is a rich blood supply to the area. Recovery can take up to eight weeks, but patients are often functioning very well sooner than eight weeks.

Question 3

what should i be prepared for after a craniotomy? how long is recovery?

Accepted Answer

Craniotomy: Recovery is typically based on the length and type of craniotomy. Most people recover quite quickly but having said that it really depends on what is being done and this should be discussed before surgery with the neurosurgeon.

Question 4

my father underwent a craniotomy 12.15.14 and has been making remarkable recovery. tonight he got very tired started slurring his words. temp 98.9?

Accepted Answer

Nearest ER: it is difficult to answer your question. Without knowing the reasons he underwent a craniotomy. Although it has been a while since his operation  he is still at risk for developing complication and not mention a possibility of TIA or stroke. Alternatively a seizure is also a possibility but all these would depend on the various scenarios and throughout exam. Please seek medical attention Asap

Question 5

my mom is have a 3cm lesion from her skull removed tomorrow. what will recovery be like and for how long? she will have craniotomy with titanium

Accepted Answer

Craniotomy: The recovery time varies from 1 to 4 weeks depending on the underlying disease being treated and your general health. Full recovery may take up to 8 weeks.

Question 6

i need surgery for semicircular canal dehiscence. i know it involves a craniotomy. i am terrified. how bad is the recovery? is it worth it?

Accepted Answer

Research this ...: Yourself on the internet and be prepared with your questions to discuss them with your otologist before scheduling surgery. Is your diagnosis based on symptoms alone? Was the dehiscence seen on mri? How debilitating are your symptoms? Are they getting worse? The answers to these types of questions may help you to decide whether you need surgery. Your otologist  will be able to help you sort it out.

Question 7

i had a 3cm adeno in left frontal lobe=craniotomy 1mo ago.  no other disease known. i sleep a lot.  how long is recovery? 69 and otherwise healthy.

Accepted Answer

Sleep Craniotomy: Most people will return to normal sleep levels in 6-8 weeks after a craniotomy. You may also have had an anticonvulsant prescribed to prevent seizures. This class of medication will sedate or increase sleep requirements. Most people will adjust to medication in 6-8 weeks also. Try to increase aerobic exercise to improve sleep patterns as well as improve stamina.

Question 8

what does a craniotomy to remove pineal cyst include? how long in hospital? how long is recovery? any tips would b helpful

Accepted Answer

Consider the need: I would first make sure that you need the surgery.  Many pineal region cysts are benign and can be followed with imaging for some time.

Question 9

hello, what is awake craniotomy?

Accepted Answer

Just what it says: A surgical procedure to open the skull bone is a craniotomy. Awake means the patient is awake during all, but usually only a part of the procedure. This is often done to ensure that vital areas such as speech centers are not damaged during surgery. Sometimes brain stimulation is used to detect brain tissue responsible for certain symptoms pertinent to the operation such as seizure "auras".

Question 10

what would cause you to need a craniotomy?

Accepted Answer

Many conditions: Neurosurgeons perform craniotomy to treat conditions that affect the brain. These include bleeding, infections, tumors, congenital and acquired abnormalities, traumatic injuries.

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How long last full brain recovery after a craniotomy? i mean a normal brain in its functions. i ask it because i have a titanium mesh... and i feel tensional headaches yet after 4 years?

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What is recovery time after a craniotomy to remove a epidural hematoma?

A member asked:

What should i be prepared for after a craniotomy? how long is recovery?

A member asked:

My father underwent a craniotomy 12.15.14 and has been making remarkable recovery. tonight he got very tired started slurring his words. temp 98.9?

A member asked:

My mom is have a 3cm lesion from her skull removed tomorrow. what will recovery be like and for how long? she will have craniotomy with titanium

A member asked:

I need surgery for semicircular canal dehiscence. i know it involves a craniotomy. i am terrified. how bad is the recovery? is it worth it?

A member asked:

I had a 3cm adeno in left frontal lobe=craniotomy 1mo ago. no other disease known. i sleep a lot. how long is recovery? 69 and otherwise healthy.

A member asked:

What does a craniotomy to remove pineal cyst include? how long in hospital? how long is recovery? any tips would b helpful

A member asked:

Hello, what is awake craniotomy?

A member asked:

What would cause you to need a craniotomy?

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