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Swollen right parodic gland n jaw pain ears, headec as well taking dexcyline teva for 3 weeks n augument, swollen went down but not compelty finish my dose i have dry mouth. i keep getting sinus pain on my face as well plz help?

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Dr. Deborah Josefson answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

There are several causes of enlarged parotid glands ranging from obstructed salivary ducts from stone formation to autoimmune disease to infection to tumors. It seems you are being treated for an infection possibly from an obstructed duct. If you have dry mouth this might be also from an immune disorder. I suggest you followup an ENT doctor if your swelling does not subside to baseline soon.

Answered 2/14/2022

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Many causes for salivary gland swelling, the most common being blockage of the gland's duct. Antibiotics will not unblock the duct if infection is not the cause. Please see a specialist Oral Pathologist or a specialist Oral Surgeon to begin the diagnostic process. Treatment by the appropriate Dental or Medical specialist will be directed by the diagnostic findings.

Answered 2/14/2022

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