The type of brain tumour I have been diagnosed with is also known as an acoustic neuroma.  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/acoustic-neuroma/symptoms-causes/ 

Aside from the ringing in my left ear, I have also had the hearing in that ear reduced by 50%. This is likely permanent. I can also feel a constant pressure in the area of my left temple. The tumour is located within the left side of my skull. Occasionally I can hear a swooshing sound, which apparently is blood flow. For some time I have also had small areas of my face twitch (ie. under my eye, or upper lip). My neck is also sore somewhat frequently. After being diagnosed, all these things seemed to be related. If you know of anyone having similar symptoms, please share with them.

I've had an extensive visual exam completed recently. I still don't need glasses, but my peripheral vision has been affected somewhat. We've been in touch with the surgeon's office & anticipate a face-to-face meeting soon. I am being optimistic, treating this experience as part of my overall message. 

I have my first radio interview today. Early next week I'm being interviewed for a podcast. A lawyer has asked me to be his guest. 

Two weeks ago, I was convinced my brain tumour was cancerous. After initially hearing the news, I was in shock. My mind was racing with all the things I needed to do while I had the opportunity. I don't get overwhelmed often, but I did then. Fortunately, the specialist relieved my fears indicating there is only a 5% chance it is cancerous. I can't imagine how others feel when hearing such devastating news being confirmed. I have worked in many end-of-life related roles and am rather organized. So many others are not. As I state in the Summary of my book, 'If you are diagnosed with a severe health issue, you will be extremely relieved you took the time to properly plan when times were good. Having that peace of mind while also dealing with poor health is a true blessing'. I cannot stress this enough. 

I developed a ringing in my left ear which lead to an MRI being done. My general physician told me just over a week ago that a large tumour was detected and he was attempting to connect with the ear/nose/throat specialist who ordered my MRI. Hearing this, I was in shock. He did not elaborate. I didn't tell my wife for two days as I wanted to delicately get the timing right, if that's even possible. Once I informed her, we assumed the worst thinking this tumour was cancerous and would lead to my demise. The following four days prior to seeing the specialist were terrible, but it did bring my wife and I closer together. I've since learned this type of tumour is being detected much more often and is not the concern I initially thought it was. ​https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/brain-tumor/vestibular-schwannoma

Thank you to everyone for the kind and supportive well wishes. I very much appreciate every one of them. I'll be sure to keep adding updates here as I await a phone call from the neurosurgeon to discuss when the surgery is to take place. In the meantime, I may as well keep busy and implement David Chilton's proven book marketing strategies.