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Acoustic Neuroma (vestibular schwannoma)

Acoustic Neuroma (vestibular schwannoma): tumor, usually benign, which may develop on the hearing and balance nerves and can cause gradual hearing loss, tinnitus, and/or dizziness. (sometimes called vestibular schwannoma). Also see Neurofibromatosis Type 2.