Hi there, I have recently been diagnosed with a Meningioma (probably sphenoid wing) following an MRI and CT scan about 3 weeks ago now. I have been referred to Southampton Hospital and recieved a call from the neurologist yesterday who left me a message to reassure me that no immediate action was required and that my case was being discussed.

I had been suffering with severe headaches following an infection and thought it was just a migraine, although I had never suffered with migraines before. My GP was excellent and made an appointment at the Acute Medical Clinic in Poole where i had the scans and was given the probable diagnosis.I was told it was small, slow growing and benign - all great news but still I am left a little confused, still with headaches and not much the wiser about my little friend in my head! My b/f and I were left in a state of shock as we didnt really understand what was happening. I had taken some time off work to get my head around it ( pardon the pun). I'm a teacher and my school have been amazingly supportive. I'm looking for to returning after half term - as long as these darn headaches can ben controlled.

I rang the neurosurgeon's secretary yesterday who said that my case was being discussed today and that a management plan would be decided... I should hear soon.

So, in summary, there is something wrong with me but i'm not sure what will happen now. I've read far too much and all I really want to do is to talk with the consultant as I have lots of questions.

Has anyone else been diagnosed with a similar condition? I'm 35, female, no children and a little scared. Thank goodness for charities like this whom I have given time and money to but never once thought I would need to use.... Amazing people, thank you.