Warthin’s tumour (papillary cystadenoma lymphomatosum) is a benign salivary (parotid) gland tumour.
Symptoms of Warthin’s tumour
- Earache
- Facial nerve paralysis
- Fluid draining from the ear
- Impaired hearing
- Jaw pain
- Lump near back of lower jaw
- Pain in cheek, jaw, mouth or neck (that does not go away)
- Sensation of pressure
- Swollen salivary gland
- Tinnitus
- Trouble opening the mouth widely
- Trouble swallowing
The treatment for this is generally surgery to remove the parotid gland if symptoms worsen. Although a benign tumour is not cancerous, meaning it will not spread to other parts of the body, it may continue to grow and become more painful and debilitating as it can affect the facial nerves.
Natural remedies for Warthin’s tumour
Adding the following natural foods to the diet may help to diminish the growth:
- Almonds (five per day)
- Apple cider vinegar, lemon and honey: Take one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar, one half of a freshly squeezed lemon and a teaspoon of honey in a glass or warm water upon waking daily before eating or drinking anything else.
- Ash gourd
- Barley
- Brazil nuts (2 per day)
- Brown rice
- Corn
- Eggs
- Garlic (3 cloves per day. Allow to stand for ten minutes after chopping)
- Green tea (3 cups per day with honey and lemon)
- Hemp seeds (one tablespoon per day with husks ground into meals)
- Honey
- Krill oil (one 1000 mg capsule per day) this will provide omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D and astaxanthin which is the most powerful antioxidant known.
- Lemon (one per day)
- Nectarines
- Oats
- Octopus
- Okra
- Peas
- Peaches
- Psyllium husks: one tablespoon per day with a large glass of water or sprinkled on to meals.
- Safflower
- Soya beans
- Sunflower seeds (one small handful per day)
- Tomatoes (cooked and consumed with a little sesame oil)
Bicarbonate of soda may help to alkalise the body which can reduce growth of tumours, but caution should be taken as it is high in sodium which those with high blood pressure should avoid. Otherwise take one half teaspoon ever few days in some milk or water. Bicarbonate of soda mixed with coconut oil makes a very good alternative toothpaste.
Black grapes: The mineral compounds iridium and rhodium in grape seeds and colloidal gold in black grape skins have been proven to reduce tumours and so should be consumed daily.
See also>>
- Iridium
- Rhodium
Rice bran oil and sesame oil, used together for cooking, have shown to be beneficial when trying to reduce tumours in some people.
More tips to treat Warthin’s tumour
Avoid alcohol, excessive consumption of iron-rich foods, processed and refined foods, sugar and tobacco smoking.
Get checked for vitamin deficiencies, especially vitamin B12 and particularly if taking any medications. Also get tested for vitamin D deficiency.
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