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Warthin's tumor physical examination


Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Ammu Susheela, M.D. [2] Nazia Fuad M.D.

Overview

Patients with Warthin’s tumor usually appear well. Physical examination of patients with Warthin’s tumor is usually remarkable for a mobile non tender mass which is firm, solitary, and normal in color and appearance.

Physical Examination

Appearance of the Patient

  • Patients with Warthin’s tumor are usually well-appearing.

HEENT

  • Mobile non-tender mass which is firm, solitary, and normal in color and appearance
  • On oral examination, redness or bulging may be present

References

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