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UCI-ENT: What are Acoustic Neuromas?

Non-cancerous tumors called acoustic neuromas or vestibular schwannomas grow on the vestibular nerve that connects the brain to the inner ear. These rare tumors grow very slowly; some do not grow at all. The vestibular nerve regulates the body’s balance and hearing, and the tumors result from abnormal growth in the nerve’s Schwann cells, which help to insulate the nerve fibers and provide them with support. There are several symptoms that can help to identify an acoustic neuroma, and they can differ based on the location and size of the growth. Some of these symptoms include the following: Loss of balance and, sometimes, vertigo Sudden or progressive hearing loss Tinnitus, or ringing in an ear that is affected In some cases, people with acoustic neuromas may also feel numbness in the ear or the face and experience headaches or dizziness. In general, acoustic neuromas do not cause facial paralysis; a facial nerve tumor, called a schwannoma, is more likely to be associated with facial paralysis or weakness. Learn more: https://uciheadandneck.com/acoustic-n... Make an Appointment Today: https://uciheadandneck.com/request-an...