Get The Best Treatment For Parotid Tumor

It is one of the most common types of tumors in salivary glands and it occurs at any age, but adults are more prone to it. The major reasons behind the tumor are radiation exposure, it could be radiation which is used to treat the head or neck cancer, it raises the chances of parotid tumor. The parotid gland is the area near the ears on both sides of the face and it is the largest set of main salivary glands. The major functionality of the glands is to produce saliva to help in chewing and digesting the food.

 

It has multiple symptoms to identify if a person is suffering from a Parotid tumor, noticeable swelling on the jaw which may cause pain or not. In another case, which is also called a malignant tumor, a person may feel pain, burning sensation, or loss of facial movements. Children are mainly affected by it, as compared to adults.

 

Tobacco can also contribute to the development of malignant salivary gland tumors. Mucoepidermoid carcinoma, adenoid cystic carcinoma, adenocarcinoma, carcinoma ex pleomorphic adenoma, and acinic cell carcinoma are the major types of the malignant tumor.

There are numerous treatments offered by different medical institutions according to the condition of the patient. In case of a severe condition, surgery is required to be done on an immediate basis.

 

It may include below steps of examination and treatment:

 

Physical check: Doctors will check the swelling in the jaw, neck or throat and will carry out a few required tests.

 

Tissue Sample collection: The purpose of collecting the biopsy or tissue is to determine whether the salivary gland tumor is cancerous or not. It is also required if the cancer is confirmed.

 

Imaging tests: Magnetic resonance imaging, computerized tomography, or other imaging tests will be done by specialists to check the size and location of cancer in the case of the malignant tumor.

 

Treatment:

 

Most of the cases are ended up with the surgery to remove all the or a part of the gland and it is considered as ideal treatment for parotid tumors. Doctors have to pay extra attention to avoid any kind of damage to facial nerves as it has a direct impact on the movement and expressions of the face.

Radiation therapy or segmentation of lymph nodes is also part of the treatment in case of malignant tumors, and chemotherapy is not useful in these cases.

 

It should not be neglected and consult the doctor immediately.