Multi-talented man considers retirement if treatment results in facial paralysis
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Japanese versatile Shoko Nakagawa She revealed in a video uploaded to Nakakawa Shoko no “Wo” that she underwent surgery to remove a parotid gland tumor Youtube Channel 7 December. I even considered quitting showbiz…” Nakagawa reported that she developed a growth under her left ear five years ago, but she ignored it until a separate growth appeared on the right side of her neck Bio. After Nakagawa went to the doctor with a growth on her neck (which was an inflamed lymph node), she was told she had a tumor in her parotid gland below her left ear and needed immediate surgery.
Nakagawa explained that while the tumor was benign, its further development could have left her face paralyzed or become malignant. She later explained that due to the concentration of nerves near the tumor, there was an 80% chance that she would develop facial nerve palsy after the surgery. After hearing the diagnosis, Nakagawa said she was prepared to retire if facial nerve paralysis develops after the surgery.
Nakagawa expands her story in X (formerly twitter) posted on December 9. Nakagawa also urged everyone to see a doctor if they feel any discomfort under their ears. He also said: “If you feel any discomfort, you must go to the hospital for examination. Even if a needle test shows a benign tumor, it is often malignant after incision.”
Around January last year, I had surgery for a parotid gland tumor.
I’ve been fully recovered for a while, so I talked about it on YouTube.
It is said that this condition occurs in 2 to 3 people per 100,000 people, but in the online world, there are many comments from people suffering from the same disease. .
I’ll add a little more. … pic.twitter.com/NWtRDExWHy— 🍉Nakagawa Shoko🍉🐈⬛ (@shoko55mmts) December 8, 2024
Around January last year, I had surgery for a parotid gland tumor.
I’ve been fully recovered for a while so I talked about it online Youtube. I’ve heard that 2-3 people per 100,000 people are affected by this disease, but there are many reviews online from people suffering from the same disease.
I will add more information.In my case, about 5 years ago I noticed something hard under my left ear and when I went to the hospital I was told it was fine. But it kept getting bigger and harder.
If left untreated, it may become malignant or lead to facial paralysis. If you feel any discomfort, be sure to go to the hospital for examination.
Even if a needle test shows a benign tumor, it often turns out to be malignant after incision. Because of the high concentration of nerves in this area, the likelihood of surgery causing paralysis is high. But health comes first. Life comes first.Also, since it all depends on the skill of the surgeon, I would definitely get a second opinion.
I am so happy to have found such a good doctor and hospital.
My ear is now numb and still hurts from pressing hard after surgery, but I’m glad everything went well.Health and life are not things that should be taken for granted, so I will continue to work hard and never forget to be grateful.
According to the Mayo Clinic website, a parotid gland tumor is a tumor that grows in the parotid gland, or the salivary gland in front of the ear. Symptoms of a parotid gland tumor are swelling of the face or jaw, difficulty swallowing, or loss of facial movement, according to the Mayo Clinic. Treatment for parotid gland tumors usually involves surgical removal of part of the gland, all of the gland, or “more tissue to remove all cancer.” Other treatments include radiation therapy and chemotherapy. If you think you have a parotid gland tumor, consider seeing an otolaryngologist (more commonly an otolaryngologist)
Source: “I” by Shoko Nakagawa Youtube channel, Shoko NakagawaX/twitter Account, Mayo Clinic website
