I was diagnosed with a 6cm meningioma of the cavernous sinus in April, 2024. It is surrounding my pituitary gland and close to the optic nerve. I am being followed at Mass General/Brigham hospital in Boston. There is no possibility of removing the entire tumor. Some can be removed to protect my optic nerve and vision. This was my second opinion. It is also noted that I have a related 6mm aneurism in the area. I am 75 yrs old. Due to its location, close to carotid artery and many nerves involved in the tumor, my doctor suggests I review testing in May to determine if there is growth. Since my symptoms are only blurry vision and mild infrequent headaches, it is felt that the risk for stroke, vision and nerve loss, outweigh the benefits at this time. Worsening symptoms may determine surgery. Both the tumor and aneurysm will be reevaluated in May, 2025. While I am moved to get as much of the tumor removed as possible, I completely trust my doctor and one on the best hospitals in the country. If your tumor is in this area, I suggest a neuro-opthamology consult to assess vision loss and an MRA which is an MRI that shows the arteries. Good luck to you all!