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Acoustic Neuroma – Causes and Evaluation

The main cause for acoustic neuroma is a malfunctioning gene on chromosome 22. The gene produces a protein that controls growth of Schwann cells. Acoustic neuromas are normally uncommon and sporadic in nature. They often occur in both ears.

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