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Is Swollen Parotid Gland Due To Salivary Cancer?
I have a swollen gland in the parotid gland region. It came up suddenly overnight but I did have an ear infection. I also have different lymph nodes swollen in my neck. Could this be salivary gland cancer? Also I have what seems to be near near my preauricular lymph node
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Hello,
Welcome to HCM,
Sailoadenitis of parotid gland is the most common infection of the salivary gland.
The history and symptoms are suggestive of infection of the parotid gland. These symptoms should be confirmed by the examinations.
The preauricular and cervical group of lymphnode are commonly involved in the infection of the parotid gland.
You requires physical examination and lab investigation to confirm the diagnosis.
Thank you.
Welcome to HCM,
Sailoadenitis of parotid gland is the most common infection of the salivary gland.
The history and symptoms are suggestive of infection of the parotid gland. These symptoms should be confirmed by the examinations.
The preauricular and cervical group of lymphnode are commonly involved in the infection of the parotid gland.
You requires physical examination and lab investigation to confirm the diagnosis.
Thank you.
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