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If you have a swollen parotid gland how can you make the swelling in your face go?

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Dr. Steven Saunders
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Internal Medicine 44 years experience
Parotid Gland: Mumps a viral infection must go its course. If due to infection antibiotics. If a stone and blocked duct warm compresses and possible surgery. There are cancerous lesions as well. See your doctor.
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