Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Is It Dangerous To Have A Mass On Throat? Could It Be Cured?
Hi, my mother is 87years old and has Alzheimer. She stopped eating and the doctor found a mass on her throat and decide to put a feeding tube. She is home now and has a lot of pain on her throat. She was not treated for the mass they found. Can her condition be treated?
Mon, 21 Apr 2014
Hello
it is impossible to tell you by just your history as i would have to look at the mass to find out what exactly it is and how much is it extending. generally when the patient is not surgically fit , it is better to leave the mass and palliate the patient with feeding tubes and pain killers. please discuss the pain management for your mother with your doctor.
Thanks
it is impossible to tell you by just your history as i would have to look at the mass to find out what exactly it is and how much is it extending. generally when the patient is not surgically fit , it is better to leave the mass and palliate the patient with feeding tubes and pain killers. please discuss the pain management for your mother with your doctor.
Thanks
I find this answer helpful
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Feeding tube
Loading Online Doctors....