I'm new to forum posting but I feel the need to thank all of you for your information. After several years of chasing down my symptoms, I am on the verge of scheduling an MRI through my ENT next month. When I saw my GP on Friday for unrelated issues, I mentioned the MRI and he mentioned an acoustic neuroma. After some research, I wasn't sure that was what I wanted to hear! I actually pushed for the MRI as my insurance company will not pay for another hearing test. In reading through the postings I've read that I should request my MRI to be done with contrast and that is very helpful to me. I wouldn't have thought to ask that without your help. The symptoms of ringing, fullness, occasional pain and hearing loss in my right ear have me nearly at wits end (not to mention some dizziness thrown in for good measure!). It seems as though I haved followed up on follow up appointments for far too long. I am looking forward to the MRI and the answers it might bring!