An acoustic neuroma is a noncancerous growth that develops on the eighth cranial nerve. Also known as the vestibulocochlear nerve, it connects the inner ear with the brain and has two different parts.

Q: Which doctor should I consult for Morton''s neuroma? A: An individual with foot pain should visit a podiatrist or an orthopedic surgeon to get a clear understanding of the cause of the pain. The ...

If you've experienced burning pain in the forefoot that radiates into the toes, you may have what's called Morton's neuroma. It's typically initially worse during running, but eventually may occur ...

This week we are going to continue our talks about neurologic conditions in the extremities by discussing a neurological phenomenon that occurs in the foot—Morton’s interdigital neuroma. Morton’s ...

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No scientific evidence demonstrates that natural remedies can shrink acoustic neuromas. Doctors may recommend treatment at the time of diagnosis or monitor the condition before recommending treatment ...

DEAR DOCTOR K: I’ve been having trouble with my hearing. My doctor thinks it might be an acoustic neuroma and is ordering tests for that. I don’t like the sound of this. Isn’t an acoustic neuroma a ...

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Morton’s neuroma, also known as Morton’s metatarsalgia or interdigital neuroma, is a health condition that involves perineural fibrosis and degeneration of the common digital nerve in the foot. Image ...

Dear Doctor: I have Morton's neuroma in both feet, and my podiatrist has recommended surgery. I really don't want to have surgery, so I am desperately looking for another remedy. I read about a drug ...

Acoustic neuroma is a rare benign (non-cancerous) tumour that arises from the sheath surrounding the vestibulocochlear nerve (the nerve that helps you to hear and maintain balance in posture). In most ...