A salivary gland infection is also called sialadenitis and is caused by bacteria or viruses. A salivary stone or other blockage of the salivary gland duct can contribute to an acute infection. Chronic inflammation of a salivary gland can cause it to stop functioning.

2023年4月10日 · A salivary gland infection occurs when a bacterial or viral infection affects your salivary gland or duct. We explain this condition called sialadenitis.

2022年8月29日 · Sialadenitis refers to a swollen salivary gland. It’s caused by infections, autoimmune diseases and salivary gland stones. When a salivary gland becomes inflamed, it can stop functioning. Sialadenitis usually goes away in about a week. But if you develop severe symptoms, such as difficulty breathing or swallowing, call 911.

2025年1月9日 · A salivary gland infection, or sialadenitis, can stem from a blockage in a saliva duct that causes inflammation. The infection can lead to pain, tenderness, and swelling.

2024年3月7日 · Salivary gland infection, or sialadenitis. Bacterial infection of the salivary gland, most commonly the parotid gland, may result when the duct into the mouth is blocked. Sialadenitis creates...

2023年9月15日 · Salivary gland infections can be bacterial or viral, causing swelling in the mouth, jaw, or neck. Learn about treatment for clogged salivary ducts.

Salivary gland infections affect the glands that produce spit – parotid, submandibular, or sublingual glands – and may be due to bacteria or viruses.

2022年10月28日 · Sialadenitis is an infection of the salivary glands. It commonly occurs in older adults and people who are chronically ill. There are several causes, treatments, and ways to prevent sialadenitis.

2022年7月19日 · Sialadenitis is the inflammation and enlargement of one or several major salivary glands. It most commonly affects parotid and submandibular glands. Bacterial infection can occur if salivary flow is diminished by illness or medication, or is obstructed by a sialolith (salivary stone).

2014年6月1日 · Salivary gland disorders include inflammatory, bacterial, viral, and neoplastic etiologies. The presentation can be acute, recurrent, or chronic. Acute suppurative sialadenitis presents as...