Could Vertigo Be Caused by a Brain Tumor?

Less commonly, tumors that develop in the cerebellum—the part of the brain that controls movement—may cause vertigo, a condition characterized by balance problems and room-spinning sensations.

What kind of tumors cause vertigo?

Acoustic neuroma, also known as vestibular schwannoma, is a noncancerous and usually slow-growing tumor that develops on the main (vestibular) nerve leading from your inner ear to your brain.

Is vertigo a neurological problem?

Central vertigo is caused by problems within the brain. Problems may be associated with the brainstem or the cerebellum. Additional symptoms of central vertigo may include slurred speech, facial paralysis or blurred vision.