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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Maria Fernanda Villarreal, M.D. [2]
Overview
The hallmark symptom of mucoepidermoid carcinoma is painless swelling. A positive history of occupational exposure (rubber products manufacturing) may be suggestive of mucoepidermoid carcinoma tumor. Symptoms related with mucoepidermoid carcinoma will vary depending on the size and location of the tumor. Common symptoms of mucoepidermoid carcinoma may include facial numbness, adjacent muscle soreness, mandible claudication, otorrhea, dysphagia, and trismus.[1]
History
- Obtaining the history is an important aspect of making a diagnosis of mucoepidermoid carcinoma. It provides insight into natural evolution of the disease. Complete history will help determine the multiplicity or association with other conditions. Specific symptoms description such as duration, onset, and progression are important for making the diagnosis. Specific areas of focus when obtaining the history, are outlined below:
- Previous exposure to risk factors, such as: rubber products manufacturing and asbestos mining
- Ionizing radiation
Symptoms
- The majority of mucoepidermoid carcinomas are asymptomatic and are usually found incidentally.
- The hallmark of mucoepidermoid carcinomas is a painless growing swelling.
- Other symptoms of mucoepidermoid carcinoma may include: