Question 1

will my gland stay swollen as long as i have a salivary duct stone?

Accepted Answer

Saliva duct stone: 39 person asks: Will my gland stay swollen as long as I have a salivary duct stone? I assume you mean the gland in which the duct stone is in. This will depend on how big the stone is and if it obstructs the saliva flow out of that that gland enough for it to back up and make your gland swell.

Question 2

i've had a blocked salivary duct for two weeks now almost three..whats the treatment for that?dentist said if its not gone after two weeks call her

Accepted Answer

Depends on location: If a minor lip gland, relatively simple excision and minimal post- operative trouble. If sublingual or parotid, removal is more complex. Speak to your dentist about treatment options if the blockage doesn't clear within two weeks on its own.

Question 3

oral surg says i need sialodochoplasty due to injured salivary duct on gland from dentist. simple procedure? can this issue cause headaches?

Accepted Answer

Not simple procedure: Not a simple procedure. Headaches would not be common.

Question 4

can acid or bile reflux cause or accelerate salivary duct cancer or tumors?

Accepted Answer

No: Salivary duct cancers are rare. Salivary ducts are far from the acid or bile reflux.

Question 5

very small and invisible swelling inside cheek mucosa. i can feel a duct/vein next to it. blocked salivary duct?

Accepted Answer

Quite possible: A mucous cyst, also known as a mucocele, is a fluid-filled swelling that occurs on the lip or the mouth.

The cyst develops when the mouth’s salivary glands become plugged with mucus. Most cysts are on the lower lip, but they can occur anywhere inside your mouth. They’re usually temporary and painless. http://www.healthline.com/health/mucous-cyst#Overview1

Question 6

will my gland under my jaw stay swollen as long as i have a salivary duct stone? please help me docs!

Accepted Answer

Probably yes: Unless the stone in the duct dissolves spontaneously, the glands will remain swollen.  See a head and neck surgeon or ENT doctor for its removal.

Question 7

i was diagnosed with a blocked paratoid salivary duct. what can i do at home to unblock it? i cant do hard candy but wondering anything else like lemonade? i also have some lollipops too. i been drinking water everyday. i saw ent?

Accepted Answer

: What did the ENT advise. Follow the ENT's advice. You may try lemon drops/lollipops to stimulate the flow of salivary gland secretion that may dislodge the block.

Question 8

how could i tell if i have a stone in my salivary duct? i have had chronic sinus pain, congestion, rashes and migraines, all clear blood tests

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Salivary duct stone: A ct could pick it up, an x-ray also may if large enough. Drink tons of water and suck on lemons to get the salivary gland to produce more saliva. The more water you drink the thinner your secretions which will help with any sinus issues as well as with headaches.

Question 9

my son has what seems to be enlarged parotid salivary duct in mouth. the parotid gland itself is not swollen at all. can rubbing on teeth cause this?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely...: The literature does not describe any association with parotid or salivary duct issues with bruxism(rubbing of teeth). People with this type of problem may experience jaw pain, temporomandibular joint pain, slight enlargement of facial muscle(masseter), erosion of teeth, among others. If you feel he has some salivary gland issues make sure he sees an ENT specialist for exam and diagnosis.

Question 10

which seems to be best at showing a salivary duct gland stone--x-ray, ultrasound, mri scan, or ct scan of the face?

Accepted Answer

All: Of these tests have advantages and disadvantages. See which one your doctor is most comfortable with. See radiologyinfo.Org for discussion of these imaging modalities.

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Will my gland stay swollen as long as i have a salivary duct stone?

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I've had a blocked salivary duct for two weeks now almost three..whats the treatment for that?dentist said if its not gone after two weeks call her

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Oral surg says i need sialodochoplasty due to injured salivary duct on gland from dentist. simple procedure? can this issue cause headaches?

A member asked:

Can acid or bile reflux cause or accelerate salivary duct cancer or tumors?

A member asked:

Very small and invisible swelling inside cheek mucosa. i can feel a duct/vein next to it. blocked salivary duct?

A member asked:

Will my gland under my jaw stay swollen as long as i have a salivary duct stone? please help me docs!

A member asked:

I was diagnosed with a blocked paratoid salivary duct. what can i do at home to unblock it? i cant do hard candy but wondering anything else like lemonade? i also have some lollipops too. i been drinking water everyday. i saw ent?

A member asked:

How could i tell if i have a stone in my salivary duct? i have had chronic sinus pain, congestion, rashes and migraines, all clear blood tests

A member asked:

My son has what seems to be enlarged parotid salivary duct in mouth. the parotid gland itself is not swollen at all. can rubbing on teeth cause this?

A member asked:

Which seems to be best at showing a salivary duct gland stone--x-ray, ultrasound, mri scan, or ct scan of the face?

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