New Mum's 'Tingling' Turns Out to Be Brain Tumor, Not Kidney Infection

Lisa Wootten, a new mother from Essex, discovered her tingling was a brain tumor, not a kidney infection, following a seizure and emergency Caesarean section shortly after giving birth.

After experiencing unexplained seizures for nearly two years, Lisa Wootten, 37, from Essex, had a seizure at 38 weeks, leading to a Caesarean section on September 2024.
Lisa was initially diagnosed with pyelonephritis, but just two weeks after her son Noahs birth, medical tests revealed a 5cm meningioma, a type of brain tumor.
The diagnosis of a neoplasm highlights the importance of thorough neurology evaluations, especially for new mothers experiencing symptoms like paresthesia.

Why It Matters

This case underscores the critical need for accurate medical diagnoses and the potential for serious conditions like a brain tumor to be overlooked, especially in new parents. It raises awareness of the complexities surrounding maternal health and neurological issues.