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Schwannoma, also known as neurilemmoma, is usually a benign nerve sheath (nerve covering) tumor composed of Schwann cells. The tumor can compress nearby nerves and causes pain, weakness, and decreased sensation.
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Top 5 symptoms reported by people with schwannoma of spinal cord*
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Top treatments taken by people for schwannoma of spinal cord*
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Schwannoma, also known as neurilemmoma, is usually a benign nerve sheath (nerve covering) tumor composed of Schwann cells. The tumor can compress nearby nerves and causes pain, weakness, and decreased sensation.
Common symptoms reported by people with schwannoma of spinal cord
Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
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Treatments taken by people for schwannoma of spinal cord
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