Neuroma, or Tumor of a Nerve.

Neuroma, or Tumor of a Nerve.

Neuroma may be from enlargement of the end of a divided nerve or due to fibrous degeneration of a nerve which has been bruised or wounded. Its most frequent occurrence is found after the operation of neurotomy for foot lameness, and it may appear after the lapse of months or even years. Neuroma usually develops within the sheath of the nerve with or without implicating the nerve fibers. It is oval, running lengthwise with the direction of the nerve.

Symptoms. Pain of the affected limb or part is manifested, more especially after resting a while, and when pressure is made upon the tumor it causes extreme suffering.

Treatment. Excision of the tumor, including part of the nerve above and below, and then treat it like any other simple wound.