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One side of my lower cheek is swollen (or my parotid gland is swollen) why is this happening ? what do i do?
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Swelling: You will have to be examined by a Dentist, a specialist Zoral Surgeon, or a specialist Otolaryngologist (ENT) to determine the cause of you4 swelling. Most common causes include abscessed tooth, gum disease, blocked salivary gland duct, and man6 other possibilities. This is not yet an Emergency Room problem, but don't wait for it to become one.
Answered 1/9/2019
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