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Told to come back in 6mos to f/u on tiny,cystic mass at left parotid tail, there for at least 7yrs,too tiny to biopsy.healthy,36fm.shld i get 2nd opn?
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Parotid mass: Probably benign given how long it has been present. Red flags are rapid growth, pain, nerve dysfunction, size greater than 3 cm., in deep lobe. Could be biopsied with ultrasound guidance.
Answered 11/28/2017
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