Ceruminous adenoma
Ceruminous Adenoma
Ceruminous adenoma, also known as ceruminoma, /sɛrjʊˈmɪnəs ædɪˈnoʊmə/, is a rare benign tumor that originates from the ceruminous glands in the external auditory canal. The term "ceruminous" is derived from the Latin word "cerumen," meaning earwax, and "adenoma" from the Greek words "aden," meaning gland, and "-oma," meaning tumor.
Description
Ceruminous adenomas are typically slow-growing and non-invasive. They are often mistaken for other conditions due to their rarity and the non-specific symptoms they present, such as hearing loss, ear fullness, and occasionally pain or drainage.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of ceruminous adenoma is typically made through a combination of clinical examination, imaging studies such as CT or MRI, and histopathological examination of the tumor.
Treatment
The primary treatment for ceruminous adenoma is surgical removal. Due to the benign nature of the tumor, prognosis following surgery is generally excellent.
Related Terms
- Ceruminous glands: Modified sweat glands located in the external auditory canal that produce cerumen, or earwax.
- Adenoma: A benign tumor that originates from glandular tissue.
- Tumor: An abnormal growth of cells that can be benign or malignant.
- Benign: A term used to describe a condition, tumor, or growth that is not cancerous.
- Malignant: A term used to describe a condition, tumor, or growth that is cancerous and can spread to other parts of the body.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ceruminous adenoma
- Wikipedia's article - Ceruminous adenoma
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