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Suggest Treatment For Swollen Parotid Gland

Hi I have a parotid gland swollen only 1 is this a serious matter I don't have health insurance and I'm really nervous it doesn't hurt and it is not that big of a swell but it's kind of hard n kinda of a small bump I'm waiting to get my health insurance but I have to September so I can get the Obama care because I can't afford to pay full price or for the ER that 2 months from now I'm really nervous that it is a tumor because I read it online I don't know what to do it been 2 weeks and still there
Mon, 23 May 2016
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Hi..
Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..

As per your complain swelling of Parotid Gland can be seen in a few cases like infection (bacterial or Viral), cysts, tumors ( commonly Pleomorphic Adenoma) or clogged duct of gland..
You need to consult an Oral Physician and get evaluated and you need not to worry as Tumour is not always cancerous and an MRI of the gland and Biopsy can help in making correct diagnosis and treatment can be planned accordingly..

Hope this information helps..

Thanks and regards..
Dr. Honey Nandwani Arora..
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Suggest Treatment For Swollen Parotid Gland

Hi.. Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns.. As per your complain swelling of Parotid Gland can be seen in a few cases like infection (bacterial or Viral), cysts, tumors ( commonly Pleomorphic Adenoma) or clogged duct of gland.. You need to consult an Oral Physician and get evaluated and you need not to worry as Tumour is not always cancerous and an MRI of the gland and Biopsy can help in making correct diagnosis and treatment can be planned accordingly.. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards.. Dr. Honey Nandwani Arora..