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Sialadenitis
Sialadenitis Sialadenitis is inflammation of the salivary glands. It can affect any of the salivary glands, but it is most common in theparotid glands, whic...
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Sialadenitis Sialadenitis is inflammation of the salivary glands. It can affect any of the salivary glands, but it is most common in theparotid glands, whic...
Sialadenitis
Sialadenitis is inflammation of the salivary glands. It can affect any of the salivary glands, but it is most common in theparotid glands, which are located on either side of the mouth.
Symptoms of sialadenitis include:
Soreness or pain in the mouth
Redness or inflammation of the salivary glands
Swelling of the salivary glands
Difficulty swallowing
Difficulty speaking
Causes of sialadenitis include:
Bacterial infections
Viruses
Chemicals
Radiation
Kidney disease
Diabetes
Treatment for sialadenitis depends on the underlying cause. If the cause is a bacterial or viral infection, antibiotics or antiviral medications will be prescribed. If the cause is caused by a chemical or radiation exposure, treatment may involve washing the mouth with a saline solution.
Prognosis for sialadenitis depends on the underlying cause. If the cause is treated promptly, the prognosis is good. However, if the cause is untreated, the prognosis can be serious and even fatal