Brain Lesion is the area of injury or disease within the brain. Brain lesions vary from small to large and from relatively harmless to life-threatening. Brain lesions may be caused by injury, infection, exposure to dangerous chemicals, problems with the immune system and more. The different types of brain lesions are abscesses, arteriovenous malformations, cerebral infarction, cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, and tumors. The brain lesion can be discovered during a brain imaging test and the treatment depends on the cause and the condition.
Some of the symptoms of Brain Lesions:
- Memory loss
- Fever
- Neck pain or stiffness
- Headache
- Mood swings
- Changes in personality, behavior, mental ability and concentration
- Seizures
- Vision disorders
- Nausea and vomiting
- Lack of appetite
When should you consult a doctor?
Consult a doctor if you have signs of brain lesions. The doctor may suggest undergoing few tests to find the severity of the condition.
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