Gliomas: Medical History

The medical history (history of the patient) represents an important component in the diagnosis of gliomas.

Family history

  • What is the general health of your family members?
  • Are there any diseases in your family that are common?
  • Are there any hereditary diseases in your family?

Social history

  • What is your profession?
  • Are you exposed to harmful working substances in your profession?

Current medical history/systemic medical history (somatic and psychological complaints).

  • What symptoms have you noticed?
  • Have you been suffering from headaches lately? Or have the headaches been unusually severe lately?*
  • Have you suffered one/several seizures?*
  • Have you/your loved ones noticed any change in nature/behavior?*
  • Have you noticed any paralysis, sensory disturbances, visual disturbances, or similar symptoms?*
  • Have any disturbances of consciousness occurred?*

Vegetative anamnesis incl. nutritional anamnesis.

Self anamnesis incl. medication anamnesis

  • Pre-existing conditions
  • Operations
  • Radiotherapy
  • Vaccination status
  • Allergies
  • Environmental history
  • Medication history

* If this question has been answered with “Yes”, an immediate visit to the doctor is required! (Information without guarantee)