MRI Results are in....UPDATE 8/30

**Laura's Babies** · 08-20-2010, 07:35 PM

First let me warn you not to panic! The words are frightening to a lot of people..(including me!) I was caught completely off guard by what they found, NEVER expected ANYTHING like this... I was just thinking something would show up in my ear that a quick surgical procedure could fix and I could get on with my life...

The MRI showed a Memingioma tumor on my brain. Very small, they are slow growing and usually benign . Mine is 1.0Cm. My ENT is sending all my records to a neurosurgeon and they should call me next week with an appointment. THAT is all I know right now..

I was upset at hearing the words when they told me.. She had me write it down and I looked it up and what I found is VERY encouraging so I am not in panic mode..

All my family know now so I can tell all my online friends/family..

**Karen** · 08-20-2010, 07:51 PM

Don't worry too much - I had a brain tumor myself, it was an acoustic neuroma, and it was removed over ten years ago. Like yours, it was small and slow-growing and usually benign, but I was glad to get rid of it before it could do more damage. I am now deaf on one side, but I don't drool or have half my face unresponsive, so I was fortunate!

And if they send you to Boston for your surgery - dunno how uncommon your type is - let me know!

**Medusa** · 08-20-2010, 07:54 PM

Well, if you won't worry, then neither will I, Laura, since it is you that it's happening to. But you'd better keep us all UTD, girl, or I'll be naggin' ya!

**moosmom** · 08-20-2010, 08:48 PM

Like I told you on the phone, my phone is on 24/7. Don't hesitate to call anytime day or night.

I also have someone else here on PT that wants me to PM you with his #. He has an extra shoulder and ear he'd like to extend to you.

You'll get through this, Laura. Hell, look at my kid. She's a 19 year survivor of a brain tumor. You've got alot of people who love you and are pulling for you. Like Karen said, if you're not fretting over it, I won't either.

**Daisy and Delilah** · 08-20-2010, 08:51 PM

Thoughts and prayers going out to you, Laura.
{{{{{LAURA}}}}}

**Karen** · 08-20-2010, 09:06 PM

Laura's type of tumor is on the dura - the stuff that is between the brain and the skull. Mine was actually on the hearing nerve, so also next to but not inside the brain. Laura if we ever meet in person we can compare scars!

One great side effect of mine is I no longer get motion sick at all, and I used to ALL the time as a kid, and even as a adult. So, I am half deaf, but hey, I probably won't throw up on you if you're next to me on a boat or ferris wheel now! I hope it takes away your vertigo completely!

**Freedom** · 08-20-2010, 08:46 PM

Originally Posted by Laura's Babies

NEVER expected ANYTHING like this...

Oh WOW! Not what I ever expected you to write either~!

OK, if you say this is not time for panic, I'll abide by that.

Prayers rom RI that they do what they gotta do, and you feel better quickly!

**K9karen** · 08-20-2010, 10:03 PM

Ok, Laura, I respect your wishes not to fret, but I admit, I will just a bit-it's what I do best. I'm sure you'll be absolutely fine, but having had my share of surgeries, it's always a bit scary. Besides, you're part of my PT family, right?

**Catty1** · 08-20-2010, 10:37 PM

A friend of mine on FB had the same tumour - she had been having mild seizures. I guess depending on where these little suckers show up, they affect different things (obviously).

Were you told what area of your brain it is in?

HUGS!

**dogdaycare** · 08-24-2010, 12:06 AM

Lots of prayers and positive thoughts are being sent your way

**wombat2u2004** · 08-24-2010, 06:41 AM

Oh good, you're in next week. Great news.
All the best sent from downunder Laura

**Lillycat** · 08-24-2010, 10:27 AM

.....lots of positive thoughts go with you.....

**cassiesmom** · 08-30-2010, 12:20 PM

Originally Posted by dogdaycare

Lots of prayers and positive thoughts are being sent your way

same here, Laura!

**Laura's Babies** · 08-30-2010, 01:53 PM

Yes, Karen, I asked him if I could see that thing in my head and he showed it to me.. I told him "Hummmm. I thought there was more empty space in there!"... (meaning I didn't have much up there).. He gave me the MRI CD to bring home so that I will have it for the next one and the radioliguist can compare this one to the next one.. I opened it but can't figure out how to get anywhere in there. Mine is at the front top of my head, right in the middle of my head.

Can ya'll believe they charges me $60 for the doctor to fill out the paperwork for my company on todays visit!!