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Notes on conditions, procedures and what to expect — written for patients, not doctors.

September 2026 · Brain health

8 Warning Signs of Increased Intracranial Pressure You Must Know

A mild headache can happen after a tiring day, and occasional nausea is something many people experience. But when symptoms become unusual, keep returning, or start…

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July 2026 · Brain health

Keyhole Brain Surgery Explained: Benefits, Recovery Time & Success Rate

Keyhole, or endoscopic, brain surgery reaches certain tumours and lesions through a very small opening — here's what that means for recovery.

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July 2026 · Brain health

Risks and Success Factors of Brain Tumour Surgery

Every major surgical procedure has possible risks, and brain tumour surgery is no different. However, the level of risk varies greatly from one patient to another…

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June 2026 · Brain health

Preparing for Brain Surgery: A Complete Guide for Patients

Preparing for brain surgery is just as important as the surgery itself. It helps your neurosurgeon assess your health, reduce risks, and plan the safest procedure…

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March 2026 · Brain health

Brain and Skull Base Surgery Explained

Brain and skull base surgery focuses on treating conditions found at the underside of the brain and the intricate area where the brain meets the facial structures…

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September 2025 · Brain health

The Advantages of Modern Brain Surgery

Brain surgery is generally reserved for ailments that pose a life-threatening situation. For example, the most common reason for brain surgery is a brain tumour…

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September 2025 · Brain health

Endoscopic Pituitary Tumour Excision: Key Benefits

They create a small corridor through one nostril to reach the sphenoid sinus, accessing the sella turcica where the pituitary gland sits. Using an endoscope for a…

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May 2025 · Brain health

Trigeminal Neuralgia: Understanding Severe Facial Pain

In plain terms, Trigeminal Neuralgia is a chronic pain condition that affects the trigeminal nerve. These nerves carry sensation from your face to your brain. Thus…

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May 2025 · Brain health

Hydrocephalus Explained

Hydrocephalus is a neurological condition characterized by an abnormal buildup of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) within the ventricles (fluid-filled spaces) of the brain…

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April 2025 · Brain health

How Brain Aneurysms Are Treated

Furthermore, according to the brain neurosurgeon, genetic factors and family history can also influence aneurysm development. If a close relative has had an…

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August 2024 · Brain health

The Connection Between Brain Tumours and Headaches

Overview Headaches are a common symptom experienced by many individuals, but when persistent and severe, they can be indicative of a more serious underlying issue…

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August 2024 · Brain health

Surgery for Severe Head Injuries: When and Why?

Not every head injury needs surgery — but for the ones that do, timing is often the single biggest factor in outcome.

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