Patient's question:
According to the MRI results, there is something in the brain, but it cannot be determined whether it is an accumulation of fluid or a tumor.Doctor's answer:
According to the different symptoms exhibited by patients with brain tumors, different examination methods can be adopted, reflecting varying levels of specificity.1. Cerebrospinal fluid examination: In some tumors located on the surface of the brain or within the ventricles, the protein content in the cerebrospinal fluid may increase, and the white blood cell count may also rise, with tumor cells being detectable.
2. Ultrasound examination: It can help determine the side affected and observe whether there is hydrocephalus.
3. Electroencephalography: The changes in the electroencephalogram in brain tumors are, on one hand, alterations in brain waves localized to the tumor site.
4. Radioisotope scanning (γ-ray brain map): Tumors that grow rapidly and have rich blood supply exhibit high blood-brain barrier permeability and high isotope absorption rates.
5. Radiological examinations: This includes skull X-rays, ventriculography, and computed tomography.
6. Magnetic resonance imaging: Compared to CT, MRI is more accurate in diagnosing brain tumors, providing clearer images, and can detect small tumors that may not be visible on CT.
After a brain tumor is diagnosed, as an auxiliary treatment for cancer, some traditional Chinese medicine formulations such as ginsenoside Rh2 (Hulimengsu) can be used in combination therapy. These can tonify vital energy, inhibit the growth and proliferation of cancer cells, increase white blood cells, and enhance the body's immunity and resistance.