HI All,
Just diagnosed with round two.
Had Mid fossa recession 5 years ago and the little buggar is back, I rally hate that guy, that's why I kicked him out the first time. Anyway, the thought of that surgery a second time is daunting, so I am looking very closely at going the zapping route. The new growth is pressing on the facial nerve so I am very concerned about damage to the nerve and facial paralysis. With the surgery, the nerve was traumatized, but not severed, so my paralysis was temporaty, cleared up completely in about 3-4 months. Having radiation put on it scares me.
What are others experiences with facial paralysis from the radiation??? Also, with md fossa, my hearing nerve was preserved and although, not servicable, and now only slightly measurable, I do have a hint of hearing left that I think does assist my other ear a tad. Will the radiation to the area kill off the hearing nerve? lastly, experience with balance, as that has been my biggest issue since mid fossa along with screaming tinnitus which I know wont go away, but really need some improvement on the balance.
Any feedback would be great,
Thanks
Patti UT
Phyl, If you read this, a section for recurrance would be nice. it would be interesting to see how many there really are.