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Brain cancer or tumour is a deadly disease which starts showing some symptoms when the cancer cells start developing. People suffering from brain cancers notice some signs which are easily overlooked because of their similarity to other illnesses.
Most cases of brain cancer get to its final stage when little or nothing can be done before the patient realizes it.
1. Persistent headaches
Having persistent headaches which do not go away even after taking medications may be an indication of brain cancer. Sometimes, these persons might wake up in the middle of the night due to throbbing headaches. Please don’t just assume you’re stressed, ensure you go for proper checkups.
2. General Muscle Weakness
In its early stages, brain cancer weakens the muscles. General muscular weakness is often mistaken to be signs of fever or other ailments. However, you must get tested when you suddenly begin to feel muscular cramps or weakness as it might be an indication of a brain tumour
3. Blurred or distorted vision
Persons with brain cancer might begin to get double, blurred or distorted vision.
FURTHER READING
If you don’t have a history of eye problems and then you suddenly begin to observe that your eyes are deteriorating, you must see a doctor.
The brain tumour may have affected the part of the brain that controls vision
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