Hello to all,
I have been reading many of the stories from those that are experiencing acoustic neuromas for over a year now and have finally felt it was time to share. My Heart goes out to all that are experiencing this type of medical problem. I guess I have been waiting and watching these entries and now feel that maybe if I share I too could help another who is feeling anxious about this experience. There are many worse off than I so I do not seek sympathy, only to share. I'll try to keep this short. In June, 2006 I recieved a work related head injury that developed into post traumatic meniere's disease (not fun). After intra-cranial surgery(left side) and a hearing aid I was able to return to work (thank God)! Ten months later I began having vertigo, again and more tinnitus, this time on the right side of the head. A MRI revealed an acoustic neuroma in my right ear canal. In the past week my hearing has dimminished substantially in my right ear (my left ear is deaf). I have no medical insurance but may be getting some soon. These things I can't control but fortunately I have a wonderful relationship with our Creator. I have learned how important it is to stay focused on the positive that today can offer because yesterday is gone and tomorrow will wait. My neuro-otologist told me at my last appointment that I could go deaf in 5 minutes or 5 years, this was 6 and a half months ago. I think there could be profound lonleyness with being deaf but what would life be if there were no mountains to climb. Take Care! Peace217
