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What causes unilateral parotid swelling. my right one is only slightly bigger than the left. i asked if if was hiv, but i tested neg 4 weeks ago.
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Slight asymmetry: Maybe they were slightly asymmetric at birth? This is one potential cause. Another cause might be a slight infection of the gland or even a stone stuck in the duct. Progressive increase in size and or pain will require evaluation by your doc.
Answered 10/6/2014
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