3. Headaches: Not Just Another Migraine
When your head throbs painfully, the usual impulse is to gulp down a painkiller and wait for the discomfort to subside. But what if that throbbing pain is an SOS from your brain? In the context of PCNSL, headaches are no minor grievance; they are a significant symptom pointing to possible tumor activity.
The unique thing about headaches caused by PCNSL is their persistent nature. Unlike typical headaches or migraines that fade away with time or medication, these headaches tend to linger. Tumors can cause increased pressure in the cranial cavity, leading to consistent and often debilitating headaches.
Continuous headaches can lead to a myriad of problems. Besides the apparent discomfort, they can also result in decreased productivity, increased irritability, and even bouts of nausea. If you find that your headaches are affecting your quality of life, and usual treatments show no relief, it’s time to consider a more severe underlying cause.(3)
