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7. What's The Treatment?

Treatments for this condition vary widely. Your doctor may merely call for regular checkups and monitoring. Acoustic neuromas are non-cancerous and don't spread, so waiting is an option. However, if your doctor does not foresee things getting better, he or she will likely look to radiotherapy or surgery. Such a decision will be made based on your overall fitness, age, and the size and location of the tumor.

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