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Q: MRI results and biopsies

asked by: DoctorQuestion on June 1st, 2009

I have3 a lump on my jaw directly in front of my ear on the right side. I am very worried as my doc said this could be lymphoma and now I am set for a biopsy. I have read in many forums that many TMJ sufferers have this lump on their jaw in front of the ear. Is this a common trait for TMJ that goes untreated? Could this be related to TMJ or is my doc onto something? I am extremely worried here. My MRI came back showing a mass in the jaw area. Could this mass be related to TMJ or are all masses shown by an MRI scan tumors?

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Dr. Antonio Marotta , D.C.

replied on June 3rd, 2009

TMJ Answer A6714

If the MRI stated that it was a mass then chances are it is not muscle or bone (as involved with "TMJ").

It seems reasonable that the MRI should have reported the lump as muscle or bone if that is what it was. I say "should have" because not all radiologists will state it. If the doctor read the report and ordered the biopsy then it is a good idea to follow through with it. You can always get a second opinion. Good luck.

Antonio Marotta, D.C.

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starshine203

replied on June 6th, 2009

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I have the same exact thing, a hard lump near my ear above my jaw bone, i have a mri on tuesday nite, the Dr. said i will most likely need a biopsy, do they normally take these out regardless if it is benign or malignant?

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