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.
Suggested Reading on Ataxia by Our Doctors. Related Diseases & Conditions. 1  A brain tumor can be either benign (non cancerous) or malignant (cancerous), primary, or secondary.  Epilepsy is a brain disorder in which the person has seizures. There are two kinds of seizures, focal and generalized.