Brain Cancer/ Brain Tumours

Brain cancer (brain tumours) can cause various symptoms, which can vary widely based on the type, location and the size of the tumour. Not all brain tumours are cancerous. Brain tumours can be categorised into two main types: benign (non-cancerous) and malignant (cancerous)

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Common symptoms associated with brain tumours (cancerous and non-cancerous) are:

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• Headaches
• Changes in vision
• Seizures
• Weakness or numbness
• Difficulty speaking or understanding speech.
• Balance and / or co-ordination problems
• Fatigue
• Nausea and / or vomiting.
• Changes in personality, behaviour, or mental State – e.g. confusion or disorientation.

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Non-cancerous brain tumours cause symptoms and may require treatment, particularly if they grow so large that they start to put pressure on important parts of the brain, or cause pressure inside the skull. This can cause serious complications, so it is still important that they are diagnosed and treated as early as possible.  

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Depending on the stage, size and location of the cancer or tumour when it is diagnosed, you may need surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, or immunotherapy. Early detection, timely intervention, and access to appropriate treatments can improve your outcome and quality of life if you have been diagnosed with brain cancer or a brain tumour.  

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Unfortunately, sometimes a diagnosis of brain cancer or a brain tumour is delayed or missed. This can mean that the cancer spreads and can lead to you needing more treatment or having worsening symptoms. It can also mean that it is no longer possible to cure the cancer. If brain cancer or a brain tumour is not diagnosed and treated early enough, it can sadly lead to the death of a loved one.  

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We can help you if you are concerned about:

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• A delay in diagnosis of cancer if GPs or other doctors have failed to refer you or a loved one for investigations after you have complained of symptoms of cancer.
• A missed diagnosis of cancer despite signs, symptoms and test results.
• Failures to perform the correct tests to diagnose cancer.
• Failures to properly report test results or scans.
• Failure to treat the cancer properly, or a delay in treatment.  

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Should you make a claim?

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The impact that a delayed or missed diagnosis of brain cancer or a brain tumour can have on you and your family can be devastating. You may not know what to do or where to turn. We are here to support you and listen to your concerns.  

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We specialise in claims involving delayed or missed diagnosis of brain cancer and / or brain tumours, and you will have our specialist expertise and support every step of the way. We will help you to understand what happened, and we can also help you to obtain compensation for treatment, care, lost wages, pain and suffering, and any other losses you have experienced because of your injuries.