Description
Cancer of the maxillary sinus. The maxillary sinuses are located in the cheek area of the face and they are the most common location for sinus tumors. There are usually no symptoms until the cancer extends through the wall. The tumors can be large and involve surrounding facial structures when they finally cause symptoms making them hard to remove and treat.
Symptoms
Facial pain, facial swelling, double vision, nose bleeds, headache.
Tests
Common tests used for diagnosis and treatment
Workup:
A history and physical exam will be performed. Imaging and a biopsy are done to establish the diagnosis.
Tests:
CT Scan, Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Other Specific Tests: Biopsy
Specialists:
Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT), Pediatric ENT (Otolaryngology)
Workup:
A history and physical exam will be performed. Imaging and a biopsy are done to establish the diagnosis.
Tests:
CT Scan, Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Other Specific Tests: Biopsy
Specialists:
Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT), Pediatric ENT (Otolaryngology)
Treatment
Treatment depends on the extent and type of cancer but may include surgery, chemotherapy, and/or radiation therapy.