Salivary duct stones


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Head and neck glands
Head and neck glands
Alternative Names

Sialolithiasis


Symptoms

Signs and tests

An examination of the head and neck by the health care provider or dentist shows one or more enlarged, tender salivary glands. The doctor may be able to feel the stone during examination.

X-rays of the face or a CT scan can confirm the diagnosis.



Review Date: 01/24/2007
Reviewed By: Ravindra Uppaluri, MD. Otolaryngologist, Private Practice, St. Louis, MO. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.


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