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Drinking Alcohol And Brain Tumor
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Would smoking cannabis or drinking alcohol with a brain tumor cause it to have potentially harmful or adverse effects on the person;make tumor worse?
Probably not.: Those substances have little in common other than being considered 'bad' by some people. Medical cannabis is thought to be very helpful for cancer patients in many ways. I've not heard of alcohol's benefits, if any, but no problems either. Relax. Consider asking the oncologist involved for an opinion. Best! ...Read more
Alcohol Consumption (Definition)
Alcohol is available in many beverages, from beer and wine to the more potent distilled spirits, such as gin, rye, and whiskey. There appear to be at least small health benefits of small amounts of alcohol use (fewer than five drinks per week), especially of red wine Excessive alcohol use can lead to addiction and severe social and physical complications. Excess long term alcohol use is the most common cause of cirrhosis of the ...Read more
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Can alcohol consumption complicate a brain tumor?
Yes: Alcohol consumption may lower one's seizure threshold. So it may be easier to have a seizure as a result of the tumor. ...Read more
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If I have a benign brain tumor, and I've been off meds for a good 5 days now. Is it ok for me to drink alcohol?
Tough question: Since alcohol interacts with many medications and the brain functions, it is important that you discuss this question with your personal neurologist/neurosurgeon. I typically allow my patients to drink in moderation (no more than 1 drink a night) 6-12 months after being off all brain related medications. But again, please see your personal physician before acting on my suggestion. ...Read more
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I have a benign brain tumor, but I've been off meds for a good 5 days now. Is it safe for me to drink alcohol?
Maybe: Alcohol in moderation should not complicate a "benign" brain tumor such as a meningioma or schwannoma. If you have a low grade glioma, then the tumor is not really benign. Whether your liver can tolerate the alcohol may depend on what drugs you have been on which were just stopped. Consult your doctors before drinking. ...Read more
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Help I have headache daily?! Brain tumor? I am very stressed, lack of sleep, drink alcohol weekly, is this causing headache? Dr won't do mri
Stress reduction: Many times headaches are due to benign issues. Getting proper sleep, doing some stress reduction techniques, and cutting out alcohol (which can dehydrate you and also lead to headaches) can all help. ...Read more
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Is there a link between drinking alcohol and brain cancer?
No: Brain tumors have few clear links to things that we do or are exposed to. ...Read more
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What would cause me to feel real shaky inside. I don't drink a lot of caffeine. I do have a meningomia brain tumor had it for 10 yrs its grow minimal?
That Depends...: A general 'shakiness' can be due to weakness, or it could represent a metabolic condition unrelated to your tumor. Some meningiomas are benign and barely grow over decades, but some can cause irritation to the surface of the brain around them. I would have a thorough medical evaluation and a follow-up MRI to see which this could be. ...Read more
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Can drinking alcohol before a brain MRI cause false results?
No: But don't get drunk.........You have follow some commands while inside machine. ...Read more
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How can I tell if I have brain damage from drinking alcohol?
Alcohol effect: Alcohol damages the nervous system. What type of symptoms are you having? ...Read more
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Does drinking alcohol shrink brain volume?
It appears so: Studies suggest that moderate to heavy alcohol use is associated with a decrease in brain volume and the more alcohol consumed, the smaller the total brain volume. ...Read more
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Does drinking alcohol damage your brain cells?
Yes:
Alcohol does effect brain structure, function, neuro cognition in adolescent. Studies have found that adolescent heavy drinkers exhibit decrements in memory, attention and speeded information processing, and executive functioning. Heavy alcohol use in adolescence has an adverse influence on the hippocampus and prefrontal cortex volume.
Heaps studies available how alcohol impact adult brain.
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Subdural hematoma in brain occurence chances after a 2 year old burr hole surgery due to drinking alcohol getting wierd symptoms since last month.
Be Evaluated: Impossible to determine without further study. But if any new problems with balance, coordination, or thought process, please be evaluated immediately. ...Read more
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Does drinking more water support the removal of necrotic brain tissue? I'm receiving radiation therapy to treat a brain tumor. A nurse recommended drinking lots of water to help my body remove necrotic tissue. I've been checking for information on the web
Hydration is good: This keeps your kidneys flushing out toxins and metabolites. ...Read more
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I have ringing in my ears l>r for years. Brain tumor?
Tinitus: Is the medical term. There is a very long list of causes. You really should see an otolaryngologist for formal evaluation. It is not very likely to be related to a brain tumor. ...Read more
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Recent results of my prolactin level is 5265 mlu/l or248.51ng/ml. What cause of that...Is it due to brain tumor or it can be due to other reason?
Tumor: Level this high is most likely a pituitary tumor. You need a MRI of the pituitary. This is one that will respond to medication. Make sure you have an endocrinologist on your team to evaluate the whole axis. ...Read more
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How is a brain tumor formed?
Abnormal cell growth: All tumors are formed from cells that do not follow the rules - they grow faster/differently than they should, not controlled by local and systemic chemical signals. There are many different types of brain tumors - some very slow growing over decades that cause no problems but may "push" the brain a little. But others grow very fast, damaging or "crushing" normal brain next to them. ...Read more
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Early symptoms of brain tumor?
It is very rare:
Headaches and seizures
it is very unlikely to have brain tumor at your age. See neurologist if you want more assurance.
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Neoplasms (Definition)
"tumor" literally translates as "mass", so even a fresh bruise could be called a "tumor". Doctors use the term "neoplasm" (tranlates literally as new growth) to describe tumors that are abnormal growths of cells. These may be benign or malignant; "malignant" = cancer. In everyday usage, we use "tumor" ...Read more
Brain Tumor (Definition)
Can cause headaches, weakness, dizziness, seizures, and blurry vision. Also ...Read more
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