Cerebellar Tumor Quiz
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Shohei Harase, MD (Neurology)
Dr. Harase spent his junior and senior high school years in Finland and the U.S. After graduating from the University of Washington (Bachelor of Science, Molecular and Cellular Biology), he worked for Apple Japan Inc. before entering the University of the Ryukyus School of Medicine. He completed his residency at Okinawa Prefectural Chubu Hospital, where he received the Best Resident Award in 2016 and 2017. In 2021, he joined the Department of Cerebrovascular Medicine at the National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center, specializing in hyperacute stroke.
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What is Cerebellar Tumor?
These tumors are tumor found in the cerebellum, which is located in the back of the brain. They can cause increased intracranial pressure and headache, and difficulties with balance or coordination. They can arise from brain cells or they may have spread from a tumor found in another part of the body.
Typical Symptoms of Cerebellar Tumor
Difficulty in walking
Dizziness
Slurred speech
Difficulty standing up from sitting position
Headache
Walking has become so unsteady that I always need to hold onto something for support
Hearing difficulty
Unable to speak or using incorrect words
Doctor's Diagnostic Questionson Cerebellar Tumor
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this disease:
Is walking difficult for you?
Are you currently dizzy?
Is your speech slurred?
Is it hard for you to get up from a chair by yourself?
Do you have headaches or a heavy feeling in your head?
Treatmentof Cerebellar Tumor
Treatment is based on location, symptoms, the origin of the tumor, and prior treatment. Sometimes a symptomatic cerebellar tumor is treated by surgically removing the tumor. Sometimes radiation or chemotherapy is used. Sometimes a "shunt" needs to be placed to allow fluid to flow around the brain and spinal cord.
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References
Posterior Fossa Tumors Treatment & Management - Medscape
https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/249495-treatment
Surgical Treatment of Cerebellar Metastases: Survival Benefits, Complications and Timing Issues
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8582465/
Cerebellar Tumors - PubMed
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29891066/
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Robin Schoenthaler, MD (Oncology)
Board certified radiation oncologist with over 30 years experience treating cancer patients. Senior physician advisor for expert medical options in adult oncology. Published award-winning essayist on medical and health issues and more.
Shohei Harase, MD (Neurology)
Dr. Harase spent his junior and senior high school years in Finland and the U.S. After graduating from the University of Washington (Bachelor of Science, Molecular and Cellular Biology), he worked for Apple Japan Inc. before entering the University of the Ryukyus School of Medicine. He completed his residency at Okinawa Prefectural Chubu Hospital, where he received the Best Resident Award in 2016 and 2017. In 2021, he joined the Department of Cerebrovascular Medicine at the National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center, specializing in hyperacute stroke.
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