An acoustic neuroma
(or schwannoma) is a benign tumor which manifests itself on the
sheath surrounding the eighth cranial nerve, affecting the
functions of the inner ear. Because many of the symptoms are
also indicative of other less serious ailments, acoustic
neuromas are often misdiagnosed or undetected.
If untreated, an acoustic neuroma is life-threatening,
making it imperative that individuals with persistent inner-ear
problems be evaluated to eliminate the possibility of an
acoustic neuroma.
The Acoustic Neuroma Association of Canada is a small,
national organization powered by volunteer energy from individuals
and families affected by acoustic neuroma.
We provide services available nowhere else:
comprehensive information about treatment options and
outcomes plus rehabilitative strategies
literature that deals with widely varied post-operative
deficits like facial nerve paralysis, deafness, dry eye, balance
problems, headache and swallowing
education to promote public awareness and accurate
diagnosis by the medical community
a national support network
a quarterly newsletter called The Connection
advocacy through the National Voluntary Health
Organization to Health Canada
ANAC has assisted hundreds of people in making decisions
critical to their lives. We help them get the post-operative
support and education they need to move on. This vitally important
work can only continue with help from our supporters.
The organization depends primarily on donations from
concerned people such as you to continue its work. Please help us
continue to help AN patients and donate today. We depend on YOU.
HELP ANAC TO HELP OTHERS DEAL WITH ACOUSTIC NEUROMA
Make your donation...
...by telephone: 1-800-561-ANAC(2622) to donate by VISA card
...by mail: ANAC: 162 Bonnie Doon Shopping Centre, P.O. box 68028, Edmonton, AB T6C
4N6
...online: through CanadaHelps.org
If you have any questions please contact the National
Office at info@anac.ca