Symptoms patients commonly notice
- Progressive one-sided hearing loss
- Persistent unilateral tinnitus
- Imbalance or vertigo
- Facial weakness or numbness
- Complex temporal-bone disease
Diagnosis and investigations
Assessment integrates ENT and cranial nerve examination, audiology and targeted imaging. Management depends on diagnosis, growth, symptoms, hearing and overall health.
Treatment options
- Observation with interval imaging
- Hearing and balance rehabilitation
- Focused radiation through appropriate teams
- Microsurgical or combined approaches
Care with Dr. Pradeep Vundavalli
Dr. Pradeep Vundavalli is an ENT surgeon with a focused interest in otology, neurotology, vertigo and balance disorders, advanced ear surgery and implant otology. At Asian Superspeciality ENT Hospital, the pathway connects examination, appropriate investigations, explanation of options and follow-up.
The hospital is located in Seethammapeta, Visakhapatnam and provides specialist ENT evaluation for patients from the city and surrounding regions.
Frequently asked questions
Does every lesion need surgery?
No. Observation or other treatment may be appropriate.
Why are several specialists involved?
These lesions can involve the ear, cranial nerves, brain coverings and vessels.
Can hearing be preserved?
Possibility depends on diagnosis, size, location and hearing status.
Why is follow-up important?
Many conditions require surveillance of growth and nerve function.