How do you know if your child has a brain tumor?

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How do you know if your child has a brain tumor?

  1. 1: Headache. Many children with a brain tumor experience headaches before their diagnosis.
  2. 2: Nausea and Vomiting. Nausea and vomiting are two common signs of the flu or flulike illnesses.
  3. 3: Sleepiness.
  4. 4: Vision, Hearing or Speech Changes.
  5. 5: Personality Changes.
  6. 6: Balance Problems.
  7. 7: Seizures.
  8. 8: Increased Head Size.

How do you detect a brain tumor?

Diagnosis of a brain tumor is done by a neurologic exam (by a neurologist or neurosurgeon), CT (computer tomography scan) and/or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and other tests like an angiogram, spinal tap and biopsy. Your diagnosis helps predict the treatment.

When should I be concerned about my child’s headache?

When the headaches are frequent — or are interfering with daily life. If your child has headaches two or more times a week, or they are making it hard for your child to do homework, play, or otherwise live a normal life, give your doctor a call.

What age are you most likely to get a brain tumor?

Age. Brain tumours can start at any age. But as we get older our risk of developing most cancers, including brain tumours, increases. The risk of brain tumours is greatest in those aged between 85 and 89 years.

How do I know if my child has meningitis?

Common signs & symptoms of meningitis and septicaemia in babies and toddlers.

  1. Fever, cold hands and feet.
  2. Refusing food and vomiting.
  3. Fretful, dislike being handled.
  4. Drowsy, floppy, unresponsive.
  5. Rapid breathing or grunting.
  6. Pale, blotchy skin. Spots/rash.
  7. Unusual cry, moaning.
  8. Tense, bulging fontanelle (soft spot)

How does childhood meningitis start?

Meningitis is most often caused by a bacterial or viral infection that moves into the cerebral spinal fluid (CSF). CSF is the fluid that protects and cushions the brain and spinal cord. A fungus or parasite may also cause meningitis. This is more common only in children with a weak immune system.

Can a 5 year old get meningitis?

A rash also may be a symptom of this condition. If your child is two to five years old: In addition to the above symptoms, a child of this age with meningitis may complain of a headache, pain in his back, or a stiff neck. He also may object to looking at bright lights.