The effect of corona on brain tumor patients This article is about brain tumor patients and how to deal with their health and their medical emergencies (coronavirus effect on brain tumor patients) during the corona period.. I hope that with this article I can help some of my patients who have been affected by the tumor and have undergone surgery or patients who are still involved. Corona, although this statistic changes every day, but it is better to take these warnings seriously... ### Important points about Corona The recommendations are necessary for everyone and should be taken seriously by everyone until this chain of disease is not broken, but it is more serious for neurological patients.. - Stay at home.. - Do not leave the house without a valid reason. In case of emergency, it is better to contact your doctor, you can also contact me via WhatsApp... ### What are the more vulnerable groups?.. Patients with cancer or malignant brain tumors are very vulnerable if they contact people with the corona virus. In these cases, please immediately call the emergency number or 4030, which is intended for the guidance of corona patients, and talk about the treatment and disease you are suffering from, the drugs you have taken and the treatment process you have done so far.. ### Are brain tumor patients more exposed to corona? Unfortunately, the corona virus is more dangerous for people who have an underlying disease and their immune system is weakened, the only way to deal with this virus is the immune system, and this creates potential risks for cancer patients or patients who have undergone treatments such as chemotherapy.. Remember that your doctor is the best person who can guide you in this situation, so if you have a problem with brain cancer, let him know.... ### What are the symptoms of the corona virus? - Fever above 37.8 - New and persistent coughs - Dry cough - Shortness of breath and fatigue ### What should I do if I think I have contracted the corona virus?. Most cases of corona appear mild, the patient should refrain from contact with others for 7 days, drinking fluids and rest is very helpful.. If the patient does not improve after 7 days or the symptoms worsen, you should contact the corona emergency.. For people who have been close to the patient, quarantine for 14 days is recommended. Intensification of symptoms, you should call the Corona emergency.. you were treated with chemotherapy... or call cancer drugs ### Should I continue my medications regularly?... Continue your medications regularly, anti-epileptic drugs and steroid drugs like dexamethasone are not immunosuppressive, if you are taking anti-epileptic drugs, do not stop them without consulting your doctor, you may face serious problems.... ### Will my treatment be affected in the future?. In this situation, as the situation continues, there may be a need for changes in your treatment plan that cannot be predicted, but to be sure, share this information with your doctor and treatment center... ### What should I do if I have an appointment with a doctor for treatment? Dr. Kihani Fard, so if you are worried and need advice, call 09139097097. It depends on the type of cancer and the treatment method chosen for you. In most patients, the immune system returns to normal after a period of recovery and the body will be able to cope with it. But if you have symptoms, be sure to inform your doctor and the Corona Center. Dr. Majid Kihani, Neurologist...