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Salivary Gland Obstructions

Number of Conditions: 1

Sialolithiasis

Specialty: Dental and Oral Health

Category: Salivary Gland Disorders

Sub-category: Salivary Gland Obstructions

Symptoms:
recurrent pain and swelling in the affected gland, especially during meals; reduced saliva flow; may lead to infection (sialadenitis) if untreated

Root Cause:
Formation of calcified stones in the salivary gland ducts, causing obstruction.

How it's Diagnosed: videos
Physical examination, imaging (e.g., ultrasound, X-rays, or CT scan).

Treatment:
Removal of stones via sialogogues, gland massage, or minimally invasive procedures like lithotripsy or surgery.

Medications:
Pain relievers (e.g., ibuprofen ) and antibiotics if secondary infection occurs.

Prevalence: How common the health condition is within a specific population.
Common; more frequent in adults.

Risk Factors: Factors or behaviors that increase the likelihood of developing the condition.
Dehydration, reduced saliva flow, certain medications (e.g., diuretics, antihistamines), smoking.

Prognosis: The expected outcome or course of the condition over time.
Excellent with treatment; recurrence is possible.

Complications: Additional problems or conditions that may arise as a result of the original condition.
Recurrent infections, glandular abscess, or chronic sialadenitis.