Parotid and submandibular
Salivary glands
They make saliva. The parotid sits in front of the ear and the submandibular gland under the jaw. They can swell or form stones.
Conditions
- Salivary stones (sialolithiasis) Salivary stones block a salivary gland and cause swelling and pain when eating. Learn the symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and when to seek advice.
- Parotitis Coming soon
- Parotid tumours Coming soon
- Dry mouth (xerostomia) Coming soon
Diagnostic tests
- Ultrasound Coming soon
- Diagnostic sialendoscopy Coming soon
- MRI scan Coming soon
Surgical procedures
- Sialendoscopy Coming soon
- Parotidectomy Coming soon
- Submandibular gland removal Coming soon