Sialolthiasis is the most common disease of the salivary glands. Large sialoliths have rarely been reported in the salivary ducts. Conservative treatment may be of benefit in the treatment of ...

A blocked salivary duct can cause pain and swelling during meals, often due to the formation of stones. Most blocked ducts ...

Evaluating salivary gland tumors and diseases When diagnosing, consider the location and duration of the lesion, patient age, underlying systemic disorders and clinical appearance. Primary-care ...

This page lists all known medications that could potentially lead to 'Parotid duct obstruction' as a side effect. It's important to note that mild side effects are quite common with medications. The ...

Postsurgical parotitis is a rare postoperative complication characterised by acute, transient unilateral or bilateral ...

Parotitis is inflammation of the parotid glands—located on both sides of the head, in front of the ears. These structures are one of several types of salivary glands in the face that provide saliva to ...

Q. I have had swollen parotid glands since January of 1997. I’ve had MRIs and CT scans; they show only swollen glands. Biopsy was negative and more blood work then I can name also was negative. Is ...

Treatment involves excision of the mucocele with associated minor salivary glands to decrease the chance for recurrence. Occasionally, mucoceles will rupture spontaneously and heal without surgical ...