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Why would a doctor order blood work for a swollen salivary gland?
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rule out infection: A swollen parotid gland could be caused by mumps, (were you vaccinated?). It could also be caused by a stone impacted in the salivary gland which could lead to an infection. The swelling could also represent a tumor or lymphoma.
Answered 3/28/2013
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Infection: They are concerned about an infection in the gland, so would order a blood count.
Answered 3/28/2013
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Look for cause: Blood work could possibly help in aiding in the diagnose of why someone has a swollen salivary gland. Could there be an infectious process going on or an inflammatory process? These are possible answers the physician could be looking for. I hope this helps.
Answered 1/13/2015
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Good medicine: To make sure you don;t have a lymphoma or other serious disease.
Answered 3/28/2013
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