A 40 year old woman presented with blurred vision and menstural irregularity. On evaluation we noticed high prolactin hormone level and huge pituitary tumor with extension […]
A young woman presented with galactorrhea. On hormones evaluation the growth hormone and prolactin was elevated. After dostinex consumption the prolactin level became normal but other […]
Symptoms of a Spinal Tumor Depending on the location and type of spinal tumor, different signs and symptoms can develop, especially as a tumor grows and […]
Spondylolisthesis Spondylolisthesis is a condition in which one bone in your back (vertebra) slides forward over the bone below it. It most often occurs in the […]
meningiuma Meningiomas are tumors that arise from the membranous layers that cover the brain and spinal cord, not from the brain tissue itself. Biologically, most meningiomas […]
Cushing’s syndrome 1- 1 What is Cushing’s syndrome? Cushing’s syndrome occurs due to abnormally high levels of the hormone cortisol. This can happen for a variety […]
Meningioma A meningioma is a tumor that forms on membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord just inside the skull. Specifically, the tumor forms on […]
What’s the difference between sciatica and a herniated disc? Sciatica is pain originating in the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back down the back […]
Link between blood sugar and brain cancer Surprising link between blood sugar and brain cancer found COLUMBUS, Ohio – New research further illuminates the surprising relationship […]
Treatment of persistent depression with brain surgery What is deep brain stimulation? DBS is a surgical procedure that involves implanting electrodes in the brain. It has […]
Cervical Osteoarthritis Vs Cervical Disc Osteoarthritis occurs when the protective cartilage in a joint begins to break down and no longer facilitates smooth movement between bones, […]
How deadly are brain tumors Survival depends on many different factors. It depends on your individual condition, type of cancer, treatment and level of fitness. So, […]
Hydrocephalus What is hydrocephalus? Hydrocephalus is a condition that occurs when fluid builds up in the skull and causes the brain to swell. The name means […]
Radiation therapy for pituitary tumors Radiation therapy uses high energy x-rays or particles to kill tumor cells. This type of treatment is given by a doctor […]
Cervical Disc Herniations Millions of people suffer from neck, shoulder, and arm pain. While there are numerous conditions that can result in this type of pain, […]