Body Part - Neck
SINUSITIS
Infection or inflammation of the sinuses. It is usually viral but can be bacterial or even related to fungal disease.
SPHENOID SINUS
Located in the middle and base of the skull. If infected or inflamed, it can be a source of headaches or fever.
SUBMANDIBULAR DUCT
Also known as “Warthin’s” duct. It is a tubular canal that allows salivary juices to flow. If obstructed or blocked, it can become inflamed or infected.
SUBMANDIBULAR GLAND
Salivary glands located below the jaw bone on each side at the base of the tongue.
SUPPURATIVE LYMPH NODES
Infection with pus in the lymph node. If they rupture they can form an abscess collection.
THYROGLOSSAL DUCT CYST
A small fluid collection in the front of the neck just above the “adam’s apple”. It is related to birth defect and is usually benign.
THYROIDECTOMY
A surgical procedure that removes the thyroid gland. It can be complete or partial.
TONGUE BASE
The very back and bottom of the tongue.
TONSILLAR ABSCESS
A collection of infection or pus located in the tonsils of the back of the throat. Patients will have fever, sore throat, and difficulty swallowing. You should be seen by a doctor who will either drain it with a needle and/or put you on antibiotics.
TORNWALDT CYST
A benign cystic growth in the back of the throat. It is non-symptomatic and is usually of no consequence. They can be a cause of bad breath when they get infected.
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