Thisisajourney ~
After seeing your screen name, my first thought was, "it certainly is"!
I'm terribly sorry to see that you're 'devastated' post-surgery. Like the previous posters, I would like to know a bit more about your situation, such as what complications developed during or immediately after the operation, your doctor(s), facility, post-op issues and what you're doing for physical therapy as well as what kind of support system you may have.
We're all involved with an acoustic neuroma in some way. Whether we're 'veterans' of surgery and/or radiation, going through a period of observation ('watch-and-wait') or simply dealing with a recent AN diagnosis and seeking a path to wellness. As you probably know, some AN patients have a relatively easy time of it with surgery or radiation and enjoy swift and complete recoveries. Some have temporary problems that eventually resolve awhile some deal with intractable issues - but we all deal with an acoustic neuroma in one way or another and have empathy for whatever you're going through.
These forums exist to supply information, advice and support for those who seek it. We're not doctors but collectively, our members have a wealth of experience at all stages of the 'AN journey' that they are eager to share with those in need of it, as I suspect you are. Let us help. Feel free to ask any question or just 'vent' your frustrations. We understand - because we've 'been there'.
Jim
