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What is subcutaneous thickening of the temple? i have a swollen parotid which is now on my temple. it is reported as subcutaneous thickening. please can you plain what this means. thank you
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The parotid gland: is located on the jawline just below the earlobe. It does not extend to the temporal area but iif a bacterial infection can spread to underlying soft tissues. See your physician.
Answered 9/4/2019
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