The sensory exam is by definition subjective, that is, relies on the patient's report. 13-1. What is the first step in evaluating the patient with ânumbnessâ?
Seizures can occur for many reasons in a person suffering from a brain tumor, including: 1  the brain tumor itself or regrowth of a tumor. 2  increased intracranial pressure caused by the tumor. 3  changes in medication levels.  scar tissue caused by 1  surgery. stress.  sleep deprivation.
The neurologist that was called in looked at my entire case history and said that anyone who has had a brain tumor, especially when infection is involved, can have seizure disorders starting 6 days, 6 years, or even 60 years after they had surgery.