Are you scheduled for brain surgery? If so, then your neurosurgeon will likely explain what to expect before the surgery. However, because everyone who needs a brain operation is there for very different reasons and the outcomes may be unknowable, the doctor may not really explain what to expect afterward. One thing that is true
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Common Types of Brain Tumors
A brain tumor quite simply is a growth or mass of abnormal cells in your brain. With brain tumors, the two most common words associated are “malignant” and “benign.” But how the tumor is treated not only depends on whether it is cancerous or not; treatment depends on whether it is a primary brain tumor,
Read MoreRecovery Process From Neck Surgery
Most patients who undergo neck surgery heal without any issues following the operation. In fact, many people report great relief from pain in the neck, shoulder, and arm – which is the goal of the surgery. If you are scheduled for neck surgery, it’s important to understand that what you do during your recovery process
Read MoreAn Overview of Neurosurgery
Neurosurgery is a medical specialty that focuses on the diagnoses and treatment of conditions that involve the nervous system and its supporting structures such as the spinal cord and nerves – as well as the brain. If you aren’t aware of what neurosurgery entails, you may be surprised. Here is an overview of neurosurgery. What
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