Saba Ali Khan has recalled how a sudden episode of fainting led to her brain tumour diagnosis at the age of 27. The incident occurred in 2006, when she initially believed her discomfort was related to her sensitive stomach.
Speaking on Soha Ali Khan’s podcast, All About Her, Saba described feeling unwell while preparing to go out with a friend. She said she suddenly lost consciousness and later realised she had fallen on the road outside a building. Although she regained consciousness, she remained hazy for around 20 to 25 minutes before feeling more aware of her surroundings.
Saba recalled that the episode happened unexpectedly, without any warning symptoms she could identify beforehand. Her experience highlights why sudden fainting or unexplained loss of consciousness should not automatically be attributed to digestive discomfort or fatigue.
When Should Brain Tumour Symptoms Be Evaluated?
Brain tumours can cause different symptoms depending on their location, size and rate of growth. Possible warning signs include persistent or worsening headaches, seizures, changes in vision, weakness, balance difficulties, or changes in speech and behaviour. However, these symptoms can also occur because of other medical conditions and do not necessarily indicate a tumour.
Sudden loss of consciousness requires medical assessment, particularly when accompanied by confusion, a seizure, weakness or difficulty speaking. Emergency care is necessary if a person remains unconscious, has trouble breathing or develops sudden neurological symptoms.
A brain tumour diagnosis does not always mean surgery is necessary. Treatment depends on factors such as the tumour’s type, location, size, growth and effect on surrounding brain tissue. Some tumours may be monitored with regular scans, while others may require surgery, radiation therapy, medication or a combination of treatments.
Medical evaluation and appropriate investigations help specialists determine the most suitable approach for each patient.

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