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==Overview of Warthin's tumor?== | ==Overview of Warthin's tumor?== | ||
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 back of lower jaw, jaw [[pain]], sensation of pressure, facial nerve paralysis, [[tinnitus]], impaired hearing, [[earache]], etc. | Usual symptoms include swollen salivary gland, [[lump]] near back of lower jaw, jaw [[pain]], sensation of pressure, facial nerve paralysis, [[tinnitus]], impaired hearing, [[earache]], etc. | ||
Surgery is the best treatment for Warthin's tumor. | Surgery is the best treatment for Warthin's tumor. | ||
==Where to find medical care for cancer?== | ==Where to find medical care for cancer?== |
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Overview of Warthin's tumor?
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 back of lower jaw, jaw pain, sensation of pressure, facial nerve paralysis, tinnitus, impaired hearing, earache, etc.
Surgery is the best treatment for Warthin's tumor.
Where to find medical care for cancer?
Directions to Hospitals Treating Warthin's tumor