Acoustic neuroma is a slow-growing benign tumor of the nerve that leads from the ear to the brain. Symptoms include hearing loss, tinnitus, vertigo, and headaches. It can be diagnosed through physical tests and imaging scans. Surgery is used to remove the tumor if it becomes large enough to affect a patient’s quality of life […]
Metatarsal neuroma is a growth of nerve tissue on one of the five metatarsals in the foot, causing pain, burning sensations, and numbness. It is caused by pressure from tight shoes, high heels, or physical activity. Treatment includes rest, comfortable shoes, medication, and surgery in severe cases. Metatarsal neuroma is a common cause of foot […]
Neuroma symptoms include pain, tingling, burning, and numbness in a specific area. Morton’s neuroma is a common type that affects the foot, causing pain between the toes and discomfort while walking. Acoustic neuroma is another type that affects the nerves between the brain and ear, causing hearing loss and poor balance. Symptoms can worsen over […]
A neuroma tumor is a non-cancerous growth of nerve cells that can be painful and uncomfortable. It can occur anywhere in the body and is usually caused by recent surgery or trauma. The most common type is Morton’s neuroma, which affects the foot. Other types include acoustic neuroma and ganglioneuroma, which can be more serious […]
Traumatic neuroma is a painful condition that occurs when nerve cells grow in a disorderly way after an injury. Surgery is the most common treatment, but it can recur. The cause is unclear, and different aftercare regimens do not appear to have a significant effect on neuroma formation. A traumatic neuroma is an area of […]
A neuroma is a noncancerous growth that can occur in nerve cells in various parts of the body. Acoustic neuroma is a slowly growing tumor that affects hearing and balance and can be removed by surgery or radiation. Morton’s neuroma is a thickening of tissue around a nerve in the foot and can be treated […]
Stump neuroma is a painful condition caused by a severed nerve that forms a ball or stump. It can occur after amputations, nerve surgery, or traumatic nerve injury. Treatment options include surgery, nerve blocks, and nerve stimulation. A stump neuroma is a consequence of a severed nerve that takes the shape of a ball or […]
Plantar neuroma is a nerve condition that affects the sole of the foot, causing localized numbness and pain. It can be caused by foot irritation and can be treated with comfortable shoes, anti-inflammatory drugs, orthotics, and surgery if necessary. Symptoms can be treated at home with ice packs, over-the-counter medications, and comfortable shoes. A plantar […]
Trigeminal neuroma is a disorder caused by damage to the trigeminal nerve, resulting in excruciating pain in the face. It can be caused by compression of the nerve by a blood vessel, a tumor, cyst, or aneurysm. Treatment options include medications, surgery, and nonsurgical procedures. Trigeminal neuroma is a nervous system disorder resulting from damage […]
