PAROTID SWELLING  

PAROTID SWELLING  

A Lump Near the Jaw? Don't Ignore It!

  What is Parotid Swelling?

• Enlargement of the parotid gland (largest salivary gland)

• Located in front of the ear and behind the jaw

• Caused by infection, stones, tumors, or autoimmune condition

Symptoms That Need Attention

• Swelling near the cheek or jaw

• Pain or tenderness over the gland

• Dry mouth or difficulty swallowing

• Fever or pus discharge from duct

• Facial weakness or asymmetry (rare but serious)

   Common Causes

• Parotitis: bacterial or viral infection (e.g. mumps)

• Sialolithiasis: salivary duct stones

• Pleomorphic adenoma, benign tumor

• Warthins tumor, mucoepidermoid carcinoma

• Sjögren's syndrome, sarcoidosis

     Diagnosis & Treatment

• ENT exam & imaging (ultrasound, MRI, FNAC)

• Medical care: antibiotics, hydration, massage

• Surgical options: parotidectomy for tumors or chronic infections

• Regular follow-up for recurrence or malignancy screening

Doctor and Clinic Information

              Dr. Priyanka Valluri
Consultant ENT and Head & Neck Surgeon
           Medics Healthcare
        2nd Floor, 5 No. 55/E,
 Above Holley Bakers, Nanakramguda,
              Hyderabad - 32