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What Causes Swelling Under My Jaw?
i have a swelling under my jaw. swelling occurs mainly when chewing hard substances like nuts.very little pain is present. i also felt a different tasting fluid under my teeth off and on for the last `10 days. i have today done warm salt water and listerine gargles about 5-6 times and condition has improved. can u tell me what this is ?
Tue, 16 Sep 2014
Thank you for your query,
The symptoms which you have written are suggestive of salivary gland involvement.
Sometimes there is blockage of the small salivary ducts which lead the swelling while you try yo eat, due to compromised saliva flow from the ducts.
I would advise you to see an oral surgeon, he/she will do the necessary test for the same.
The symptoms which you have written are suggestive of salivary gland involvement.
Sometimes there is blockage of the small salivary ducts which lead the swelling while you try yo eat, due to compromised saliva flow from the ducts.
I would advise you to see an oral surgeon, he/she will do the necessary test for the same.
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