Head & Neck

The facial nerve reaches the muscles of the face through the internal auditory canal, the middle ear, the mastoid portion of the skull, and finally through the parotid salivary gland. Disorders of the facial nerve may cause weakness and paralysis of the face, weakness of eye closure, drooping of the brow or lip, or abnormal…

Head and neck cancers are those that grow in and around the throat, larynx, nose, sinuses and mouth. The majority of these cancers are squamous cell carcinomas that form in the cells lining the mucosal surfaces of the head and neck. They often spread to the lymph nodes, but are highly curable if discovered early.…

A number of masses may develop in your head or neck; these masses may also be called growths, tumors, lumps or bumps. While some head and neck masses are cancerous, many are not. It is important to see a physician if any abnormal bump or lump persists for more than two weeks. If a cancer…

The parathyroid is a group of neck glands (four total) that produce a hormone (PTH) to regulate calcium and phosphorous levels in the body. Bone and tooth development and strength are dependent on calcium. As with the thyroid gland, too much or too little PTH causes a variety of medical problems. Parathyroid Disorders Hyperparathyroidism occurs when…

The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland in the neck responsible for producing hormones that regulate the body’s metabolism. Thyroid Conditions The thyroid gland produces thyroid hormone (TH) that controls your body’s energy production and consumption. This hormone helps regulate a variety of body processes including heart rate, body temperature and how quickly you burn calories.…

Skin Cancer Surgery is the most common treatment for skin cancer. Whether you’re suffering from basal cell cancer, squamous cell cancer or melanoma, chances are your doctor will recommend a surgical procedure to remove the tumors. Surgery Types There are a variety of skin cancer surgery procedures to consider based on your type of cancer…