Question

What instruments can detect whether there is fluid accumulation or a tumor in the brain without surgery?

Answer

Brain tumor patients can be diagnosed through various examination methods, which vary depending on the symptoms. These methods include:

  1. Cerebrospinal Fluid Examination: Can detect an increase in cerebrospinal fluid proteins and white blood cell count in certain brain tumors, and even detect tumor cells.
  2. Ultrasound Examination: Helps determine if there is brain edema.
  3. EEG Examination: Can show abnormal brain waves at the location of the brain tumor.
  4. Radioisotope Scanning: Used to detect rapidly growing, vascular-rich tumors.
  5. Radiological Examination: Includes skull X-ray, ventriculography, and electron computerized tomography.
  6. Magnetic Resonance Imaging: Can more accurately diagnose brain tumors and provide clearer images. After confirming a brain tumor, as an auxiliary means of cancer treatment, traditional Chinese medicine such as Panax notoginseng saponins Rh2 (Houttuynia) can be chosen to enhance physical strength and immunity.