Bibek Pangeni, a social media influencer from Nepal, lost his battle with brain tumor which he was diagnosed with in 2022. The Instagram celebrity and PhD candidate in physics and astronomy at the University of Georgia was suffering from stage four glioma—a tumor. It is formed from glial cells in the brain or spinal cord that surround and protect nerve cells.

Throughout his illness, Bibek shared his health struggles during chemotherapy for the malignant tumor on his Instagram channel.

Brain Cancer: The Silent Killer

According to experts, Brain cancer is a life-threatening condition It occurs when abnormal cells in the brain or its surrounding structures begin to grow uncontrollably. Even though it is rarer than other forms of cancer, it presents unique challenges because of the important role the brain plays in regulating physical functions, thoughts, emotions, and overall health.

Gliomas are malignant and slow-growing, arising from brain tissue. Doctors say that gliomas do not usually spread outside the brain or spinal cord, but they are life-threatening because they can be extremely difficult to reach and treat with surgery and may even spread to other areas of the brain. May also increase.

Who is at risk for gliomas?,

According to experts, even though anyone can develop glioma, the following factors may increase your risk:

age

Gliomas are most common in older adults over the age of 65 and children under the age of 12.

ethnicity

White people are more likely to develop glioma than other races

family history

Certain inherited genetic disorders increase the risk of gliomas.

gender

Doctors say gliomas are slightly more common in men than women.

radiation or toxin exposure

Repeated or prolonged exposure to radiation or certain chemicals may increase your risk.

Signs and Symptoms of Gliomas

According to studies, changes in DNA lead to the development of brain and spinal cord tumors such as gliomas. Doctors say it’s possible to inherit a genetic mutation from your parents, which may also occur suddenly during your lifetime. Symptoms of gliomas may include:

• problems speaking and communicating
• changes in your vision
• cognitive problems such as learning or remembering
• Difficulty walking or maintaining your balance
• Dizziness
• severe headache
• weakness or numbness on one side of the body
• nausea and vomiting
• changes in personality or behavior
• recovery

Can gliomas be prevented?,

Doctors say most risk factors for glioma, such as age and race, cannot be controlled, but early detection and treatment of low-grade gliomas are helpful in preventing their progression into high-grade gliomas. If brain tumors are hereditary in your family, you may consider getting genetic testing.

It’s also a good idea to limit radiation exposure to your head and maintain a healthy lifestyle, which includes exercising regularly and eating a healthy, fresh, and non-processed diet.

Get the latest news live on Times Now with breaking news and top headlines from around the world.