The skull isn’t meant to be opened, but sometimes it has to be A craniotomy begins where most things shouldn’t. With a cut to the head. A window in the skull. Bone temporarily removed. The brain, exposed. It sounds extreme. Because it is. But for some, it’s the only way forward. The only way in.…
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They said you’re awake the whole time, but that’s not true for every case Someone told her brain surgery meant being fully awake.She imagined hearing everything.Smelling metal.Feeling cold air in the room.But the surgeon said,“That’s only in specific cases.”Some procedures require response.Others don’t.Many are done under full anesthesia.She exhaled for the first time in days.…
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I didn’t think my headaches had anything to do with surgery They came slowly at first.Tight behind the eyes.Then pressure started spreading across my forehead.I blamed screens.I blamed caffeine.I blamed stress.But nothing helped.The light felt sharper.The room spun more often.My doctor said it might be neurological.I didn’t expect a referral to a brain surgeon. He…
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They don’t start with the brain—they start with your handwriting She didn’t walk in because of pain.She walked in because her writing changed.Letters leaned, shrunk, or vanished.Some words looked foreign in her own hand.Her grip had loosened.But only slightly.Enough that she started using voice notes.Her physician sent her to a neurologist.And then, a neurosurgeon came…
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Working as a neurosurgeon, I’ve seen firsthand how cerebral aneurysms can affect patients’ lives. It’s a serious condition, but understanding it better can help you navigate this challenging journey. So, let’s dive into what cerebral aneurysms are, their causes, symptoms, and available treatments.
Working as a neurosurgeon, I’ve encountered numerous cases of spinal cord injuries (SCI). These injuries can be life-changing, but understanding them better can help you navigate this challenging journey. So, let’s dive into what spinal cord injuries are, their causes, symptoms, and available treatments.
Having worked as a neurosurgeon for many years, I’ve seen firsthand the impact that brain tumors can have on patients and their families. It’s a complex and often daunting diagnosis, but understanding the basics can help demystify it. Let me share some key information about brain tumors, their types, symptoms, and treatment options.
