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Question Title: Schwanoma TumorsForum: Neurology Forum
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I have been diagnosed with two schwanoma tumors in areas T-3 and T-7 near my spine. Seven years ago I had one removed from approximatley the same area and was told that they seldom reoccur. I can find very little on this type of tumor so my questions are. How fast growing are these tumors and how much harm can they cause considering where they are. Our doctor has chosen to wait a year before doing another MRI to check their growth. Thank You Dear Judyp: Sorry to hear of your schwannomas. These are for the most part benign tumors, that grow very slowly. I would agree with your doctor and just follow them by periodic MRI and physical exam. At the levels that you have the schwannoma the majority of the effects would be sensation (most likely) to your trunk area. It is rare that these tumors would become malignant. Best of luck. Sincerely, CCF Neuro[P] MD, RPS
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