What are Common Symptoms of Neurological Involvement in Cancer?
Patients may experience a range of symptoms depending on the location and extent of the neurological involvement. Common symptoms include:
- Headaches: Persistent or severe headaches can indicate brain metastasis. - Seizures: New-onset seizures can be a sign of central nervous system involvement. - Weakness or Paralysis: Loss of strength in limbs can suggest spinal cord compression or brain lesions. - Sensory Changes: Numbness, tingling, or loss of sensation can indicate peripheral neuropathy or spinal cord involvement. - Cognitive Impairment: Issues with memory, attention, and executive functions can be due to brain metastasis or treatment-related neurotoxicity.
