A Decade of Neglecting Sublingual Mass: A Case Report of Epidermoid Cyst
May 2024
in “
International journal of surgery case reports
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TLDR A man had a large, rare cyst in his mouth removed after 10 years, which fixed his swallowing and breathing problems.
An 18-year-old male with a decade-long sublingual epidermoid cyst experienced significant symptoms including difficulty breathing, swallowing, and speaking, as well as social bullying. Diagnostic tools confirmed the cyst's benign nature, and it was successfully removed via an intraoral approach. Post-surgery, the patient had no complications and reported an improved quality of life. The case highlights the importance of early detection and education about epidermoid cysts to prevent potential malignancies.
