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Identifying the growth
A salivary gland lump needs assessment to establish its cause. Examination, imaging, and tissue results help guide the discussion.
Oral Cancer
Salivary Gland Growth & Cancer
Evaluation of salivary gland growths and cancers, with investigations and treatment guided by the diagnosis.
Salivary Gland Growth & Cancer
What this visit covers.
Evaluation of salivary gland growths and cancers, with investigations and treatment guided by the diagnosis.
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Your assessment
The consultation brings together your examination, medical history, and any existing reports. Further investigations are discussed according to the findings.
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Your care plan
Discuss the proposed treatment, alternatives, recovery, and follow-up with Dr. Saha. The plan is individual to your diagnosis and care needs.
About Salivary Gland Growth & Cancer
Not every salivary lump is cancer.
The main salivary glands sit in front of the ear (parotid), under the jaw (submandibular), and beneath the tongue. Many lumps in these glands are benign, but each still needs a diagnosis, because some benign growths keep enlarging and a smaller number are cancers.
An ultrasound or scan and a needle sample usually come first. If surgery is needed, nearby structures such as the facial nerve, which moves the muscles of the face, are identified and protected during the operation.
Related care
Other visits in this area.
Oral Cancer Surgery
Surgical assessment and treatment planning for oral cancer, including discussion of reconstruction and continuing care.
Explore care
Tongue Cancer
Specialist care for cancer of the tongue, with speech, swallowing, and reconstruction considered during planning.
Explore care
Jaw Cancer
Assessment and surgical planning for cancer affecting the jaw, with attention to chewing and jaw reconstruction.
Explore care
Salivary Gland Growth & Cancer
Talk through this before you decide.
Call, or send a request with what you have noticed. Family members are welcome in the room.
