Calcified Meningioma

Someone? Is no one with the same diagnosis?

I just finished 6 weeks of proton radiation for a M on my optic nerve sheath. It was not calcified, but has affected my vision in left eye. Sorry I have no more info for you. Please question them about it.

Hi @hamillc2! I really appreciate that you took time to write to me. I am not satisfied with the answer that the radiologist gave me that everything is fine and I have nothing to worry about. I am very worried. I have an appointment next week with a Neurologist. Thanks once again.

You are welcome! Please let me know how you come out! 🙂

I had a mri the results said heavily calcified lesion on the extra axial left frontal region. Now the dr wants to do a ct scan. Insurance has denied it. The dr mentioned it could be a heavily calcified meningioma. I told him about a childhood injury being hit in the same location with a red paving brick corner . Not sure if that's what this lesion could be, or if it's a calcified meningioma.

I definitely would press your neurologist and if he/she can recommend a solid neurosurgeon. Not saying that you’ll have surgery, at all. A lot of times neurosurgeons will say you can wait and watch it every 3-6-12 months, some will say removal, and some will say radiation, so, it just depends on what you feel is best for you and your situation. Praying for your anxiety. I completely understand. Keep us posted please.

I was having severe Migraines & had MRI were they found calcified meningioma in my occipital lope. He said probably from a concussion in late 70s. I actually had surgery for a dermoid cyst on my pituitary. Migraines 100% better. Meningioma has never been an issue for me. I was seen at NYU.

I have also a “calcified” Meningioma. It was discovered with an MRI ordered by my ENT. He sent me on to my neurologist. She explained that my tumor in the top area of my head,
( which is common with signs of calcification )was stagnant and that she would follow up with yearly MRI’s to assess any growth, if any. I have no symptoms at all. You should reach out to your neurologist.

Hi @joanbahern, I'm glad that you have no symptoms and need no treatment at this time. How are you with active surveillance and getting yearly testing?

I see my neurologist every six months for idiopathic PN (Polyneuropathy) and Essential Tremors. My doctor has me scheduled this month for a yearly follow up on the meningioma. Her careful attention and prescribed medication to my “issues” is helpful.
Discovering that I have a “calcified” meningioma was surprising to say the least, but I am in good hands.