Parotid gland tumor is the most common, type of salivary gland tumor. It is a slow-growing noncancerous parotid gland tumor, which gradually increases the size of the gland. Parotid gland tumors often cause painless swelling in the face or jaw, numbness, burning or prickling sensation in the face, unilateral muscle weakness of the face, difficulty in wide opening of the mouth, and difficulty swallowing. Parotid tumor treatment usually requires surgery to remove the tumor. Additional treatments like radiation therapy and chemotherapy are considered if the tumor contains cancer cells.
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Does my father need an operation for the lump under his ear?
Query: Hi doctor, About a month ago, my father found a lump under his ear. On consultation, the doctors suggested for a few tests. From the test results, they suggested for an operation to remove that lump. But, there may be some risk involved in the operation like paralysis in any part of face (ear, nose ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen all your father's reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity), which are suggestive of parotid tumor. The treatment of choice for such lesion is surgery (superficial parotidectomy), which definitely carries a risk of damage to the facial nerve t... Read Full »