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Had surgery to remove tumor in parotid bed removed lymph nodes have painful nerve bundle can it be repaired?
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Parotid surgery: Facial nerve can be involved with this kind of surgery. Would suggest return to the surgeon for post evaluation.
Answered 6/9/2017
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