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Acoustic Neuroma
Also called: Acoustic neurilemoma, Acoustic neurinoma, Auditory tumor, Vestibular schwannoma
Non-cancerous tumor that develops on the nerve that connects the ear to the brain. Usually grows slowly and as it grows, it presses against the hearing and balance nerves. At first, no symptoms or mild symptoms. They can include
loss of hearing on one side, ringing in ears,dizziness and balance problems.
Acoustic neuroma can be difficult to diagnose. Symptoms are similar to middle ear problems. Ear exams, hearing tests and scans can show if you have it.
If the tumor stays small, you may only need to have it checked regularly. If you do need treatment, surgery and radiation are options. If the tumors affect both hearing nerves, it is often because of a genetic disorder called neurofibromatosis. The tumor can also eventually cause numbness or paralysis of the face. If it grows large enough, it can press against the brain, becoming life-threatening.
Also called: Acoustic neurilemoma, Acoustic neurinoma, Auditory tumor, Vestibular schwannoma
Non-cancerous tumor that develops on the nerve that connects the ear to the brain. Usually grows slowly and as it grows, it presses against the hearing and balance nerves. At first, no symptoms or mild symptoms. They can include
loss of hearing on one side, ringing in ears,dizziness and balance problems.
Acoustic neuroma can be difficult to diagnose. Symptoms are similar to middle ear problems. Ear exams, hearing tests and scans can show if you have it.
If the tumor stays small, you may only need to have it checked regularly. If you do need treatment, surgery and radiation are options. If the tumors affect both hearing nerves, it is often because of a genetic disorder called neurofibromatosis. The tumor can also eventually cause numbness or paralysis of the face. If it grows large enough, it can press against the brain, becoming life-threatening.