What are Schwannomas?
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
2. Causes of Schwannomas
It is not clear what exactly causes schwannomas. However, people whose family has a history of the condition are more likely to get it. For this reason, schwannomas may have a genetic inclination. Some schwannomas may develop as a result of a spontaneous genetic mutation, with the absence of family history of the tumors.
Schwannomas may also develop as a result of exposure to radiation. Certain genetic disorders (i.e. Neurofibromatosis 2, schwannomatosis, and Carney complex) can cause schwannomas.
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