Acoustic neuroma (vestibular schwannoma) develops on the vestibular and cochlear nerves. It is a benign tumor. The symptoms are confused with other diseases of the inner ear. The pressure on the nerves results in hearing loss and imbalance. Treatment involves surgical options, radiotherapy, and supportive therapy.
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Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2) is a condition that causes tumors to grow on the nerves that control hearing and balance.
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Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. To rule out acoustic neuroma we do need an MRI scan. Acoustic neuroma is a tumor that grows inner to the inner ear where there are a lot of nerves passing by.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Acoustic neuroma causes the water in the brain by two mechanisms. One is direct pressure based on size, and another by increasing protein content in water.
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