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Medical Conditions - Vestibular Nerve Shwannoma

Vestibular Nerve Schwannoma, also known as acoustic neuroma is a benign tumor of the ear developing on the vestibular nerve. The tumor primarily affects the nerve branches responsible for hearing and balance. Therefore, an individual affected by vestibular nerve schwannoma suffers from impaired hearing and unsteadiness. Radiation and surgical removal of the tumor are the preferred choices of treatment for the condition.

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Is dizziness associated with vestibular schwannoma?

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Please explain my hearing problem from the audiogram report.

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