What do I ask the ENT at the first appointment?

[HCSTARWIND]

Hi CES- sorry you were unable to make your app't to the Dr. We also got slammed with snow . I live in Maine and I am also 57 years old and a RN. Keep in touch and stay positive. Have a wonderful Christmas. Helen

[4cm in Pacific Northwest]

Appointment #1
For the first appointment you will want to have done

* An audiogram (with ear pressure test) by the audiologist
* An MRI done first without contrast and also with contrast (done in the second half)
* CAT Scans are not as accurate

Appointment #2
“If� you have an AN tumor then you will be called in for a follow up appointment. At that point ask for a list of recommended neurotologists and neurosurgeons. You could also speak to a neurologist - but really a “neurotologist� will be more on the ball as far as Acoustic Neuromas go.

“Ifâ€? you have an AN tumor …post back with us and we can give you more information (hopefully not bombard you …)  Personally I am praying that you don’t have one … but know if you do you will be very much welcomed here on the forum… There are many supportive people here… with a wealth of experience.

Keep moving forward

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[ces]

Thanks all!

I'm not letting myself get too worried yet - doesn't make sense. Which is not to say that I haven't thought about it - a lot. Oh well.

Thank you for the advice of what I'll need to ask for and about at the appointment.

I've had the audiogram - with the pressure test. I did not get a copy of that but will ask for it at the ENT appointment. The audiologist is the one who mentioned that I would need an MRI, along with the words, benign tumor. Did some googling and found this forum. I'll see the ENT this Thursday, weather permitting.

Again - I've read many of the posts here - and the support you give to others is wonderful.

Thank you,
Colleen

[ces]

Me again...
Saw the ENT this morning - got a copy of my hearing test - scheduled the MRI for Tuesday morning. The doctor was very low key, didn't even say acoustic neuroma until I asked.
I'll keep you posted and thank you again for your help.
Colleen

[4cm in Pacific Northwest]

My thoughts will be with you Tuesday.

Hang in there,

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[candtlaw]

I'll be thinking of you... keeping you in my prayers. Try not to stress...............