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'''For the WikiDoc page for this topic, click [[Warthin's tumor|here]]''' | '''For the WikiDoc page for this topic, click [[Warthin's tumor|here]]''' | ||
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'''Editor-in-Chief:''' [[C. Michael Gibson]], M.S.,M.D. | '''Editor-in-Chief:''' [[C. Michael Gibson]], M.S.,M.D.; '''Associate Editor-In-Chief:''' Jinhui Wu, M.D. | ||
==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
Warthin's tumor is a type of benign tumor of the salivary glands. The causes are not clear | Warthin's tumor is a type of benign tumor of the salivary glands. The causes are not clear. Usual symptoms include swollen salivary gland, [[lump]] near the back of the lower jaw, jaw [[pain]], the sensation of pressure, facial nerve paralysis, [[tinnitus]], impaired hearing, [[an earache]], etc. [[X-ray]], [[computed tomography]] (CT) scan, and [[magnetic resonance imaging]] (MRI) may help diagnosis. [[Surgery]] is the best treatment for Warthin's tumor. As a benign tumor, the prognosis of Warthin's tumor is good. | ||
==What are the symptoms of Warthin's tumor?== | ==What are the symptoms of Warthin's tumor?== | ||
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Other health problems may also cause these symptoms. Only a doctor can tell for sure. A person with any of these symptoms should tell the doctor so that the problems can be diagnosed and treated as early as possible. | Other health problems may also cause these symptoms. Only a doctor can tell for sure. A person with any of these symptoms should tell the doctor so that the problems can be diagnosed and treated as early as possible. | ||
==Who is at risk | ==Who is at highest risk?== | ||
The cause of Warthin's tumor is not clear. But clinical data suggest that smoking has a close relationship with Warthin's tumor. | The cause of Warthin's tumor is not clear. But clinical data suggest that smoking has a close relationship with Warthin's tumor. | ||
== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
*Salivary gland [[biopsy]]: This is the most important test for diagnosis of Warthin's tumor. By | *Salivary gland [[biopsy]]: This is the most important test for diagnosis of Warthin's tumor. By this means, the doctor can tell whether the [[tumor]] is benign or cancerous. | ||
*X-rays of the salivary glands | *X-rays of the salivary glands | ||
*Computed tomography (CT) scan and [[biopsy]]: CT scans are often used to diagnose Warthin's tumor. It can confirm the location of | *[[Computed tomography]] (CT) scan and [[biopsy]]: CT scans are often used to diagnose Warthin's tumor. It can confirm the location of cancer and show the organs near the salivary glands. CT scans can also be used to guide [[biopsy]] and a biopsy sample is usually removed and looked at under a microscope. | ||
*Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI): An MRI uses magnetic fields but it is a different type of image than what is produced by computed tomography (CT) and produces detailed images of the body. Like computed tomography (CT), a contrast agent may be injected into a patient’s vein to create a better picture. | *[[Magnetic resonance imaging]] (MRI): An [[MRI]] uses magnetic fields but it is a different type of image than what is produced by computed tomography (CT) and produces detailed images of the body. Like computed tomography (CT), a contrast agent may be injected into a patient’s vein to create a better picture. | ||
==Diseases with similar symptoms== | |||
*[[Salivary gland cysts]] | |||
*[[Salivary gland lymphoma]] | |||
*[[Salivary gland cancer]] | |||
==When to seek urgent medical care?== | ==When to seek urgent medical care?== | ||
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==Treatment options== | ==Treatment options== | ||
The effective treatment for patients with Warthin's tumor is [[surgery]]. Before treatment starts, ask your health care team about possible side effects and how treatment may change your normal activities. [[Side effect]] may not be the same for each person, and they may change from one treatment session to the next. | The effective treatment for patients with Warthin's tumor is [[surgery]]. Before treatment starts, ask your health care team about possible side effects and how treatment may change your normal activities. [[Side effect]] may not be the same for each person, and they may change from one treatment session to the next. | ||
==Where to find medical care for Warthin's tumor?== | ==Where to find medical care for Warthin's tumor?== | ||
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[[Category:Oral pathology]] | [[Category:Oral pathology]] | ||
[[Category:Patient information]] | [[Category:Patient information]] | ||
[[Category:Oncology patient information]] | [[Category:Oncology patient information]] | ||
[[Category:Mature chapter]] | [[Category:Mature chapter]] | ||
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Editor-in-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S.,M.D.; Associate Editor-In-Chief: Jinhui Wu, M.D.
Overview
Warthin's tumor is a type of benign tumor of the salivary glands. The causes are not clear. Usual symptoms include swollen salivary gland, lump near the back of the lower jaw, jaw pain, the sensation of pressure, facial nerve paralysis, tinnitus, impaired hearing, an earache, etc. X-ray, computed tomography (CT) scan, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) may help diagnosis. Surgery is the best treatment for Warthin's tumor. As a benign tumor, the prognosis of Warthin's tumor is good.
What are the symptoms of Warthin's tumor?
Early Warthin's tumor does not have any symptoms. As the tumor grows larger, people may notice one or more of the following symptoms:
- Swollen salivary gland
- Lump near back of lower jaw
- Jaw pain
- Sensation of pressure
- Facial nerve paralysis
- Tinnitus
- Impaired hearing
- Earache
Other health problems may also cause these symptoms. Only a doctor can tell for sure. A person with any of these symptoms should tell the doctor so that the problems can be diagnosed and treated as early as possible.
Who is at highest risk?
The cause of Warthin's tumor is not clear. But clinical data suggest that smoking has a close relationship with Warthin's tumor.
Diagnosis
- Salivary gland biopsy: This is the most important test for diagnosis of Warthin's tumor. By this means, the doctor can tell whether the tumor is benign or cancerous.
- X-rays of the salivary glands
- Computed tomography (CT) scan and biopsy: CT scans are often used to diagnose Warthin's tumor. It can confirm the location of cancer and show the organs near the salivary glands. CT scans can also be used to guide biopsy and a biopsy sample is usually removed and looked at under a microscope.
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI): An MRI uses magnetic fields but it is a different type of image than what is produced by computed tomography (CT) and produces detailed images of the body. Like computed tomography (CT), a contrast agent may be injected into a patient’s vein to create a better picture.
Diseases with similar symptoms
When to seek urgent medical care?
Call your health care provider if symptoms of Warthin's tumor develop.
Treatment options
The effective treatment for patients with Warthin's tumor is surgery. Before treatment starts, ask your health care team about possible side effects and how treatment may change your normal activities. Side effect may not be the same for each person, and they may change from one treatment session to the next.
Where to find medical care for Warthin's tumor?
Directions to Hospitals Treating Warthin's tumor