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Parotid gland lump/tumor
My age is 35 years of male... Can parotid gland lump/tumor of 1 cm size be cure in Ayurveda... What is the possibility of it... I m worried...
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Can u share the diagnostic reports
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I understand your worry — a lump near the parotid gland can be frightening. Let me explain this **clearly and honestly**, so you can make a safe decision. --- ## First: what does a 1 cm parotid gland lump usually mean? At **35 years**, a **1 cm parotid lump** is **most commonly benign** (non-cancerous). Medical data shows: * **~75–80% of parotid tumors are benign** * The most common benign ones are: * **Pleomorphic adenoma** * **Warthin’s tumor** * Cancer risk is **low**, especially if: * The lump is **slow-growing** * **Painless** * No facial weakness * No rapid size increase * No weight loss or fever 👉 Size **1 cm is small**, which is a **good sign**. --- ## Can Ayurveda cure a parotid gland lump? ### Honest Ayurvedic perspective 👇 ### ✅ **Ayurveda CAN help IF:** * The lump is **inflammatory** * Due to **blocked salivary duct** * Due to **benign glandular swelling** * Early, **non-solid** lesion In such cases, Ayurvedic treatment may: * Reduce inflammation * Improve salivary flow * Shrink the lump gradually * Prevent progression ### ❌ **Ayurveda CANNOT reliably cure:** * **True glandular tumors** (especially pleomorphic adenoma) * Long-standing solid masses * Malignant tumors 👉 **Important:** Even modern medicine **does not dissolve true parotid tumors with medicine** — surgery is the definitive treatment if needed. --- ## What should be done BEFORE choosing treatment? You must **confirm the nature of the lump** first. ### Essential tests: 1. **Ultrasound of parotid gland** 2. **FNAC (needle test)** — very important 👉 Without FNAC, **no doctor (Ayurvedic or Allopathic) can say safely**. --- ## If FNAC shows BENIGN / INFLAMMATORY lesion Ayurveda can be tried **safely under supervision**, such as: * ***guggulu * ***kashayam * ***guggulu * Local therapies (if advised) ⏳ **Expected time**: Improvement may take **2–4 months**, not overnight. --- ## If FNAC shows TRUE TUMOR (like pleomorphic adenoma) * Ayurveda **cannot remove it completely** * Surgery is usually advised (safe, nerve-preserving when small) * Ayurveda can be used **after surgery** to prevent recurrence and improve healing --- ## Red-flag symptoms (seek urgent medical care if present) * Facial weakness or deviation * Rapid growth * Pain + fever * Hard, fixed lump * Difficulty opening mouth --- ## Bottom line (important reassurance ❤️) * A **1 cm parotid lump at 35 years is usually NOT cancer** * Ayurveda **may help only in selected cases** * **FNAC is the deciding step** * Early diagnosis = **excellent outcome** --- If you want, you can tell me: * Is the lump **painful or painless?** * How long has it been there? * Have you done **ultrasound or FNAC** yet? I’ll guide you step-by-step without unnecessary fear. Advice- self medication is hazardous, always consult ayurvedic doctor before taking ayurvedic medicine. Consult me personally for details.
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kindly follow the advice.
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Please do an examination under MRI AND CONFIRM IT'S LUMP/TUMOR
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tab. kachanar google 1 TDS tab. madhumalini vasant 1 TDS with Luke worm water
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Take kachnarguggal thrice a day with lukewarm water for 7 days.
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Consult personally for better treatment
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Consult ayurveda physician for proper diagnosis and root cause of ailment before consuming any medicine
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Take kanchnar guggulu-2-0-2 for 7 days. It'll be cleared.
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“You have a 1 cm lump. First, don’t panic — it can be treated easily. This is mainly due to Kapha dosha involvement in your body.”
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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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parotid gland lump needs proper evaluation to know whether it is benign or something else. Ayurveda can help in reducing inflammation and supporting healing, but treatment depends on the exact diagnosis. Please don't worry-get it assessed first. Consult me with your reports so I can guide you properly.
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