Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Was told that a swollen/blocked salivary gland or mucocoele could last forever. was told from a oral surgeon. is that actually possible.
8 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Not likely: With proper diagnosis and treatment, the outlook is very good.
Answered 5/18/2015
2.8k views
Thank
Forever = long time: Both salivary gland blockage and mucoceles can be easily treated. If you suffer from either, have the oral surgeon treat you.
Answered 5/18/2015
2.8k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
How long can a blocked salivary gland in paratoid last? Its swollen or firm still. No pain now. Ive been drinking more water hoping that helps. I have a appt with dentist tomorrow?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
Can oral surgeons do ultrasound to check the salivary gland in paratoid or do they usually send you out for that? Thanks?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
People also searched for:
Had a mucocele and salivary glands removed in lip. It's now swollen and asymmetric with scar tissue. It's bottom lip and annoying. Steroid injection?
I took advice and got a second opinion on my swollen salivary gland in paratoid. The oral surgeon agreed with ENT of it being blocked up saliva and does not think its a tumor. Is it ok they didnt run test? I am happy its not a tumor. Thanks?
Can there be a connection between oral sex and a swollen salivary gland...? Could i get it from a girl...? Dental surgeon had no idea of the swelling.
Can a ENT diagnose a swollen salivary gland of paratoid without tests? The ENT didnt feel as it needed tests. Do I need to see a oral surgeon too? I trust this ENT as she was very through and also helped me with my sinuses diagnosis?
I went to ENT surgeon for swollen salivary gland. She diagnosed me with hypertrophy salivary gland and secretion disturbance. She didnt mention it being a tumor. She told me to drink a lot of water. What does this mean? No tests were ran?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
