An acoustic neuroma, known as a vestibular schwannoma, is a benign (non-cancerous) growth that arises on the eighth cranial nerve leading from the brain to the inner ear. Acoustic neuromas usually grow slowly over a period of years. Symptoms typically begin with a reduction in hearing in one ear, often accompanied by ringing in the ear called tinnitus. Unsteadiness and balance problems or even vertigo, may occur during the growth of the tumor.
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Source: Acoustic Neuroma Association (ANA)
Last Updated on Oct 24, 2020