Acoustic Neuroma: Symptoms

What are the symptoms of acoustic neuroma?

Hearing loss is the primary symptom of acoustic neuroma. Since the ears affect our sense of balance, your coordination may also be impaired. Symptoms are usually mild at first and increase in intensity as the disease progresses.

Common symptoms of acoustic neuroma

• Dizziness and vertigo
• Impaired balance and coordination
• Loss of hearing in one ear
• Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)

Less common symptoms of acoustic neuroma

• Facial weakness
• Fatigue
• Headache
• Loss of vision or changes in vision
• Numbness or pain experienced on one side of the face or in one ear

Although acoustic neuroma is benign and grows slowly, it can sometimes produce serious symptoms. Seek immediate medical care if you, or someone you are with, have any of these serious symptoms including:

• Dizziness or vertigo
• Hearing loss in one or both ears
• Loss of muscle coordination
• Numbness on both sides of the face