Question related to Recovery

[Frooti]

Hi All,

I had Acoustic Neuroma of 3.4 cm big. I got operated last year in October. After the Operation everything is fine, it took time to recover. But, I am not completely recovered. My face and my smile isn't back. It's been more than a year and I am still hoping that it gets better. My physio said that it won't recover now, but I am still hoping for a miracle. Also my right eye doesn't generate tears and I can't move my right eyebrow. Can anyone suggest me of anything, I would be very grateful. Thank you 😊

[Wounded101]

Hello Frooti, I was also in this same situation - I spoke to my doctor and referred me to a clinical psychologist where we discussed potential options. It took a couple of sessions and research which led me to decide in having a cross facial nerve grafting surgery.

Its still not perfect but it has helped and made some difference with the smile.

All the best.

[Frooti in reply to Wounded101]

Thank you for your suggestion, but I don't fancy another surgery. 😟

[Kkk7 in reply to Wounded101]

Hello

Mine AN size was 3.4 removed in 2015 still now I don't have tears in that eye always using eye drops still pain in ear & eye on n off

[Kristyll]

You can have physio, nerve transplant or leave it longer as mine took just over two years. Good luck x

[Jmerlin]

Hi there. I also had no tears or taste in the affected side after surgery. I am now 5 years post op and have just started to cry a bit and taste some, so don’t give up hope on improving. It is a slow business. Have you taken a second physio opinion on your face? I would continue any relevant excersises if possible for you to give yourself the best chance long term. Good luck!

[Frooti in reply to Jmerlin]

Thank you 😊

I will continue my exercises.. and be positive.

[keithzx12r]

Sad to say my opinion for the removal of three man's was in 1987. It took almost a year before I could close my left eye. I still have facial palsy and no bearing that side plus other problems. I am sure surgery methods have improved now with less after effects and can only wish you well. Chin up!!

[Jlcaligirl]

Hello.. Happy to hear your operation went well. Hoping you will be in full recovery soon. My Question is seeing that you had a large tumor what were your symptoms

[Frooti in reply to Jlcaligirl]

Hi,

Thank you for your response. Before the operation I had no sensation on the affected side, I was losing my balance and my hearing was almost lost.