Our team provides top-tier care in a nurturing environment prioritizing your child's comfort. Using advanced, minimally invasive techniques, we safely address growths to ensure long-term health and well-being.
At Southern California Center for Ear, Nose, Throat, and Allergy in Palmdale, we specialize in the safe and effective treatment of cysts and tumors in children. Our experienced providers take a thoughtful and gentle approach to care, prioritizing your child’s comfort from the very first visit.
Whether the mass is congenital or develops later, these growths can cause discomfort, infection, or visible swelling. Our team uses minimally invasive techniques whenever possible to remove the growth and reduce the chance of recurrence—all while supporting your child’s overall health and healing.
Cysts and tumors are abnormal tissue growths that can develop in the head and neck due to a variety of causes, including congenital conditions, previous infections, or other health factors. Cysts are typically fluid-filled, while tumors are solid and made up of tissue cells.
Although many of these growths are benign, they can still cause discomfort, lead to infections, or affect important functions like breathing, swallowing, or speaking. At SoCal ENT, we evaluate each case with precision and care, offering treatment options that focus on removing the growth while protecting healthy surrounding structures.
Comprehensive care for head and neck growths includes:
These congenital neck masses form due to leftover tissue from fetal development. They often appear as soft lumps and can become infected or begin draining if not removed. Surgical excision is typically recommended to prevent repeated infections or complications.
Lymphangiomas are benign collections of lymphatic tissue that usually appear at birth or in early childhood. While many can be removed completely with surgery, more complex cases may require additional treatment such as corticosteroids or targeted therapies to manage remaining tissue or minimize recurrence.
Commonly presenting as a midline neck lump that moves with swallowing or tongue motion, thyroglossal duct cysts result from incomplete thyroid development in the womb. Surgical removal is generally recommended, especially due to the high risk of infection.
These vascular growths—often seen as red or purple birthmarks—can appear on the head, neck, or face. While many shrink on their own, others may require intervention if they cause cosmetic or functional concerns. Treatment may involve laser therapy or medications to reduce their appearance and size.
These non-cancerous growths develop in the middle ear and may be congenital or caused by chronic infections. If untreated, they can lead to hearing loss, dizziness, or nerve damage. Surgery is usually required to fully remove the growth and prevent further complications, even if medication provides temporary symptom relief.
Surgical removal may be recommended for children when cysts or benign tumors begin to cause ongoing problems. These issues can include:
Treatment is often necessary to relieve symptoms and to prevent long-term complications as your child grows and develops.
Cyst and tumor removal may be performed on the head, neck, or ear region, including:
Removing cysts or benign tumors can significantly improve your child’s comfort, appearance, and overall quality of life. When these growths affect key structures in the head or neck, surgery can help restore normal function and prevent future complications.
Common benefits include:
Surgical care is tailored to the size, location, and type of growth, with an emphasis on safety and minimal scarring.
Surgical removal may be recommended when a benign growth begins to cause physical discomfort, interfere with normal function, or create visible changes that affect your child’s well-being. Your child may be a good candidate for treatment if they:
If your child has an active infection, a bleeding disorder, or other medical concerns, our specialists will evaluate all factors to determine the safest and most appropriate treatment plan.
Recovery time depends on the location and size of the growth, but most children heal quickly with the right care.
Our team at SoCal ENT will provide detailed recovery guidance tailored to your child’s needs, helping ensure a smooth, stress-free healing process.
Following removal, most children experience fast relief from discomfort and an improved appearance at the treatment site.
In the hands of an experienced ENT specialist, these growths are usually removed completely, with very low risk of recurrence. Some mild swelling is expected at first, but this typically fades within a few weeks. Any scarring is often minimal and placed in natural skin folds for a more discreet result.
In some cases, your child’s provider may recommend follow-up visits to ensure the area is healing properly and to monitor for rare complications. With proper care, the results are lasting and can greatly improve your child’s comfort and confidence.
Procedures typically use local or general anesthesia to keep your child comfortable. Post-surgery, mild soreness may occur, but it's manageable with pain relief medication.
Our skilled surgeons use advanced techniques for minimal scarring and impressive cosmetic outcomes. Over time, scars usually fade.
Treatment for cyst or tumor removal usually lasts between 30 minutes and two hours, depending on the growth's size and location.
Consulting a specialist is essential to confirm that benign cysts and tumors are indeed non-cancerous, ensuring there are no hidden risks.
Most patients can return to work or school in a few days. It's best to avoid intense physical activities for 1-2 weeks.
