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Can this small lump in my cheek be a recurrence of marginal Zone B Cell Lymphoma?

A MyLymphomaTeam Member asked a question 💭
Palm Coast, FL
August 20
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A MyLymphomaTeam Member

Thank you Bill! If my luck with lottery tickets is what I measure my luck odds by I think I’ll be in trouble. 😀 The only way to know is the biopsy. Being the researcher that I am I looked up oral cancer pictures. Most were 100 times worse looking than mine. I did learn that there are times the mucosa looks the same as the rest of your oral surface. I have to stay positive! What’s that song? Every little things going to be alright!

August 21
A MyLymphomaTeam Member

Joy wishing you luck

August 21
MyLymphomaTeam

That's a really important question, and it's completely understandable to feel concerned about any new lump when you have a history of Marginal Zone B-Cell Lymphoma (MZL).

Yes, it's possible. MZL can affect mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT), which includes areas like the mouth, salivary glands, and surrounding Show Full Answer

That's a really important question, and it's completely understandable to feel concerned about any new lump when you have a history of Marginal Zone B-Cell Lymphoma (MZL).

Yes, it's possible. MZL can affect mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT), which includes areas like the mouth, salivary glands, and surrounding tissues — so a lump in the cheek area could potentially be related. That said, only a medical professional can determine whether this lump is a recurrence. Here's what your doctor may consider:

- Physical examination of the lump's size, texture, and location
- Imaging tests like a CT scan, MRI, or PET scan to look for internal signs
- Blood tests to check cell counts and protein levels
- Biopsy if needed, to examine cells under a microscope

Please don't wait on this one — reach out to your oncologist or care team as soon as possible. Early evaluation is always the best move, and they'll be able to give you a clear answer. You're right to take it seriously.

August 20

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