Question 1

what would be the treatment for a salivary gland issue?

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Try sucking lemon..: As a 1 day trial, try sucking a lemon. The change in ph may dissolve a small stone. Telieving the obstruction may help resolve the problem. But long term lemon will damage your teeth...

Question 2

what is the most effective blocked salivary gland treatment?

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Varies: stones near surface can be manually removed-deep seated need sialogogues -in nonobstructive  sialadenitis antibiotics can be used-in long standing obstruction surgery is often necessary.

Question 3

24-hr salivary cortisol tests showed dangerously low levels. one-off blood test showed abnormally high levels. treatment with hc denied. advice?

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I'm puzzled: Please forgive my confusion. Have you had an acth stimulation test? With your history, you are right to be concerned about autoimmune addisonism. If you feel as if you have this, and/or are confused by your labs or have poor rapport with the physician who worked you up, it's time for another opinion. Stay proactive and good luck.

Question 4

fnac shows that smears show pleomorphic salivary adenoma. what is the treatment for this ?

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To remove it: This is a benign tumor of your salivary gland. However, there is a risk that over time it could become malignant (cancer). It will also continue to grow. For these reasons, it needs to be removed, and that means removing the entire salivary gland with surgery. Even though these are benign tumors, they can recur years later in the same place if not completely removed.

Question 5

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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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 6

my husband's gp diagnosed a swollen salivary gland and is sending him to see an ent. what kinds of tests and treatment can we expect?

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Gland: Salivary glands typically swell from a blocked duct. The blockage can be a mucus plug which generally passes or a hard calcified plug which an oral surgeon can remove. It is common and I would suggest the oral surgeon first as this is an oral issue more than an ear nose or throat issue. Simple for the OS to diagnose.

Question 7

what do you suggest if my husband's gp diagnosed a swollen salivary gland and is sending him to see an ent. what can we expect in the way of tests and treatment?

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Don&#x27;t worry: It might be something as simple as a course of antibiotics and a wait and see approach. Could include blood tests and a biopsy.

Question 8

any tips for post radioactive iodine treatment like using baking soda to brush teeth or sucking on hard candies to decrease salivary gland swelling..?

Accepted Answer

First 24 hours: Iodine is excreted through kidneys, saliva , and sweat. After radioactive dose drinking as much fluid as possible to excrete excess radioactivity through  kidney. 1.5 hours after rx sour candies or gum to get rid of excess secretions through saliva. Solid meal not until 6 hours after dosing . Most excess radioactive iodine  excreted in first 24 hours. Rest accumulated in thyroid gland.

Question 9

what is a fistula and what is its treatment?

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Abnl connection: Abnormal connection between organs (ie intestine) and other organs or vessels.

Question 10

what treatment for anal fistula?

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Start with fiber: Fiber supplements will bulk the stool which can stretch the spastic internal sphincter that is the cause of fissure pan. Sitz baths also sooth the muscle.  The addition of Diltiazem or Nifedipine or Nitroglycerin cream may ALS help. If medical therapy fails the surgery has highest cure rate.

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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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My husband's gp diagnosed a swollen salivary gland and is sending him to see an ent. what kinds of tests and treatment can we expect?

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