Schwannoma of Tongue an Unusual and Rare Entity

Introduction: Schwannoma, also called neurilemmoma, was first described by Verocay in 1908. It is a slow growing benign tumor arising from the schwann cells of nerve sheath. Approximately 25-45% of all schwannomas occur in the head and neck region. In the head and neck region only 1% occur intraorally. Case report: We report the rare case of scahwannoma of tongue in 17 year-old male patient who presented with progressive swelling of tongue since last 1 year. Local examination revealed 2x3 cm circumscribed mucosal covered swelling on the right lateral border of mobile tongue with no other significant findings. It was excised completely via peroral approach. Histopathological examination confirmed it to be schawnnoma of tongue. Conclusion: Schwannoma should be considerd as possible differential diagnosis of any progressive intraoral painless swelling irrespective of age and sex.