Acoustic neuromas are relatively uncommon as a whole, but they are among the most common tumors of the head. They affect approximately 1 out of 100,000 people. The health care provider may diagnose acoustic neuroma based on the history and testing. The results of physical examination are often unremarkable, except for the symptoms listed. Treatment Surgical removal of the tumor is the only known treatment for acoustic neuroma.
Acoustic neuroma is benign and noncancerous.
It does not spread to other body systems, but it may continue to grow and may press on structures within the skull. If a tumor is removed when it is very small, hearing may be preserved. A large tumor may be safely removed, but the surgery may result in paralysis of some facial muscles or in total deafness of the affected ear. Prevention Because the cause is unknown, prevention is also unknown. The information provided herein should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition.