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Sir have small circular lump near the jaw line and below ear
I visited a doctor where my FNAC was done of that part
Report says I have Metastatic Carcinoma in the lump
The doctor advised me to visit a oncologist
Where my PET scan was done
The report shows no sign of cancer cell in the body
Now I am little bit confused what should I do next
Can you guide me for that why this lump is there which is not giving any discomfort to me
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It could be something called as Unknown Primary with neck node. Many times patients develop neck swelling without having visible or clinical cancer at any site of the body. In such a case thorough investigation needs to be done to detect the site of the cancer. That is why a PET scan is advised to detect the origin of the primary. If still not found then maybe you should undergo panendoscopy to detect any other site of origin. Accordingly the treatment can be planned.
I hope this helps you and guides you. Good luck.
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Dear user
Did the oncologist detect a lump ?
This is an unusual situation
Get a thorough clinical examination.
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Please get Panendoscopy
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Get a formal biopsy from that lump.
If possible do share your reports for better understanding
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Dr. Deepti Sharma
Radiation Oncologist
14 yrs exp
Delhi
Dear user
Get biopsy from the swelling with IHC.
Also panendoscopy to rule out MUO with cervical lymph node
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