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Ependymoma/subependymoma of the 4th ventricle

Brain Tumor | Last Active: Apr 5 10:42am | Replies (61)
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@jasonb37

Hi, I (40m) was recently diagnosed with either ependymoma or subependymoma on the floor of the fourth ventricle. It is small ( 6mm ) so we are waiting for 3 months for my first Neurosurgeon appointment and next MRI. Just looking for anyone else that might have been through this. I have been having confusion, memory problems,and some gait issues but they don't think it's related cause the tumor isn't pushing on anything. Can a tumor like this cause these types of symptoms even if it's small? I'm so confused....

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Amanda Roe | @amandajro | Mar 17, 2023

Hello @jasonb37 and welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. I am sorry to learn of your diagnosis but am glad you've joined to connect with others who will understand what you are going through.

You will notice I have moved your post into an existing discussion that you can find here:
- Ependymoma/subependymoma of the 4th ventricle: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/ependymomasubependymoma-of-the-4th-ventricle/

I did this so you can connect with members such as @lioness31277 @pma2022 @jcorcoran @annrmarie @beckyziegler and new member @siragusas who can share their experiences with you and hopefully give you some clarity.

In addition, here is some information that could be helpful as well:
- Ependymoma: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/ependymoma/cdc-20350144

What is your treatment plan as of now?

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