Nerve Tumor Treatment in Gurgaon

Peripheral nerve tumors are benign (non-cancerous) tumors that grow along the peripheral nerves. These nerve tumors grow slow and form within the nerve itself, which causes the nerve to expand gradually. If these are left untreated, then they may form a nerve dysfunction. You may experience pain, numbness or weakness in the affected peripheral nerves. Usually, surgery is performed to remove the tumor. There are few chances where a tumor cannot be removed without damaging the surrounding healthy tissues and nerves. In such cases, the surgeon may recommend other treatments.

The peripheral nerve tumor symptoms can directly generate the main nerve or the tumor pressing the surrounding nerves, blood vessels or tissues. The size of the tumor never always determine its effects.

The peripheral nerve tumor symptoms vary depending on the location of the tumors and the affected tissues.

• Swelling/ lump under your skin
• Pain, tingling or numbness
• Weakness
• Loss of function in the affected area
• Dizziness
• Loss of balance and grasping power

• Schwannoma : It is the most common type of nerve tumor found in adults. A schwannoma can occur anywhere in the body. It mainly comes from a fascicle nerve within the main nerve and displaces the rest. Some schwannoma increases in size and turns into an unusual shape within your spine or pelvis, e.g. dumbbell tumors. If it develops in your arms and legs, you may notice a mass. When its size increases, more fascicles are affected, and the removal becomes difficult.
• Neurofibroma: Neurofibroma is a common non-cancerous tumor that grows more centrally within the nerve. It may arise from several nerve bundles, which may cause mild symptoms. This tumor usually develops in people with neurofibromatosis 1 (NF1).
• Acoustic Neuroma:It is a benign and slow-growing tumor that grows on the vestibular nerve, leading from your inner ear to your brain. It is also known as the vestibular schwannoma. It directly affects your hearing balance, and pressure can cause hearing loss and instability.
• Benign Peripheral Nerve Tumor: The peripheral nerves link your brain with the spinal cord. These nerves control your muscle movements and other activities. The tumors can grow along with the peripheral nerves. Some are hereditary, and the reason that causes these tumors is unknown.
• Desimod Tumors : Desimod tumors are non-cancerous tumors that grow in the connective tissue. These tumors most often occur in the abdomen, arms, and legs. Desimod tumors are also known as aggressive fibromatosis.
• Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumors:Malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumors are a rare type of cancerous tumor which grows in the nerve lining extends from the spinal cord into the body. These tumors can grow anywhere in the body. However, it grows mainly in the deep tissues of the legs, arms, and trunk. It causes pain and weakness in the affected area, and lumps are visible too. It is majorly treated with surgeries.
• Neurofibromatosis:Neurofibromatosis is a genetic disorder that causes tumors on the nerve tissues. It can grow anywhere in your nervous system (including the brain, spine, and nerves). Neurofibromatosis is generally benign, but sometimes these can be malignant. It can cause pain, hearing and vision loss, problems with blood vessels, etc.

The doctor checks with you about its symptoms and discusses your medical history. Based on your physical condition, the doctor may ask you for the following tests to diagnose the nerve tumors:

• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
• Computed Tomography (CT scan)
• Electromyogram (EMG)
• Nerve condition study
• Tumor biopsy
• Nerve biopsy