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What does having a swollen salivary gland & lymph node only on one side of face/neck indicate?
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Needs examination: Could be secondary to infection of salivary gland, but could also be indication of tumor. Needs further examination by pcp or ENT doctor.
Answered 3/17/2019
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It indicates a need: To see your pcp, dentist, oral surgeon or otolaryngologist. This could be caused by a dental infection/ issue, salivary gland infection/issue, a blocked salivary gland, or other possible etiologies. An examination soon would be very smart.
Answered 12/13/2018
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