What is parotid gland mixed tumor

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Mixed tumor of parotid gland is not a kind of cancer, but a swelling caused by inflammation, but it looks very ugly. Let's share some knowledge about mixed tumor of parotid gland.

What is parotid gland mixed tumor

First of all, parotid mixed tumor, also known as pleomorphic adenoma, is a parotid tumor containing parotid tissue, mucus and cartilage like tissue, so it is called "mixed tumor". Parotid mixed tumor is one of the most common tumors in oral and maxillofacial region. It comes from parotid gland epithelium.

In addition to epithelial components, mucus and cartilaginous tissue are often found in the tumor. The mixed tumors mainly occurred in parotid gland, followed by palatal gland and submandibular gland. Mixed tumor of parotid gland is common in young adults. Generally, they have no obvious self-conscious symptoms and grow slowly. Some people will get sick for several years or even for a lifetime, which has little impact on their health.

Finally, the treatment of parotid mixed tumor is based on the principle of complete resection. The capsule of the tumor is often incomplete. Sometimes the tumor cells may invade the capsule or the tissue outside the capsule. If the tumor is not resected thoroughly, it will recur. Therefore, it is not suitable to enucleate the tumor, but to remove the tumor together with the surrounding parotid gland tissue. The facial nerve should be protected during the operation. If there is malignant change, it should be treated according to the treatment principle of malignant tumor.

matters needing attention

People with parotid gland mixed tumor should not eat stimulating food in life, but eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, keep good sleep habits, actively participate in physical exercise, wear masks and drink more water when going out.