- caused by
- duct obstruction (such as sialolithiasis)
- infectious organisms (viruses-mumps, cmv, echovirus, influenza or bacteria)
- inflammatory conditions (such as Sjogren syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, and sarcoidosis).
- Predisposing factors
- Dehydration
- Malnutrition
- Immunosuppression
- Sialolithiasis
- oral neoplasms
- medications causing decreased salivation
- Symptoms
- pain and discomfort
- glandular enlargement and swelling
- dry mouth
- fever
- management
- primarily symptomatic control
- application of heat
- gentle glandular massage
- sialagogues
- adequate hydration.
- NSAIDS
- Consult otolaryngology early for incision and drainage for cases of acute parotitis refractory to conservative measures of hydration and antibiotics.
Related