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Are mucoceles contagious?
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Mucoceles: Mucoceles are not at all contagious. They are simply the result of a blocked minor salivary gland. If it bothers you, have it removed. Otherwise, they often spontaneously resolve.
Answered 1/27/2018
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No: Mucoceles are a local condition whereby the glad is not draining properly and you are collecting salivary fluid under the tissue. If it's a larger mucocele, have it removed before it ruptures and scars. This can make it more difficult to remove in the future.
Answered 5/22/2018
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