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A member asked:
How fast do paratoid salivary tumors grow? mine came on suddenly but isnt very big in size. im hoping its something minor or benign. i read most are benign but can be cancerous. i have a appointment with a maxofacial doc soon for eval?
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It is good that you are seeing a doctor. Your information about most salivary glad tumors being benign is correct. Wish you good health!
Answered 9/22/2021
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