Nasopharyngeal Mass
A nasopharyngeal mass is an abnormal growth in the area behind the nose and above the throat.
When to get help quickly: Prompt review is important if symptoms are persistent, one-sided, associated with neck swelling, repeated nosebleeds, or unexplained weight loss.
Common symptoms
Symptoms may include persistent blocked nose, nosebleeds, hearing reduction in one ear, neck swelling, headaches, or a feeling of fullness in the ear.
When imaging helps
Imaging helps show the exact size and spread of the mass, whether nearby bones or lymph nodes are involved, and helps with biopsy and treatment planning.
What radiology does
CT and MRI help define the extent of the lesion, skull-base involvement, and lymph node spread.
What usually happens next
Management may include ENT evaluation, biopsy, oncology review, and treatment planning based on the diagnosis.
Seen this on your report?
Your doctor or the radiologist who wrote it can tell you what it means for you.