Salivary Gland Disorders Flashcards
1
Q
Calcified masses forming in the salivary gland leading to saliva building up + causing pain
A
Sialoliths
2
Q
where do Sialoliths typically affect (gland)
A
Submandibular gland
3
Q
What are the 3 main causes of Sialoliths
A
Dehydration
Diuretics
Smoking
4
Q
What is the 2 typical symptoms of Sialoliths
A
Swelling around neck
Unilateral pain
5
Q
What is the investigation of Sialoliths
A
Ultrasound
6
Q
What is the tx of Sialoliths
A
Sx => Sialodendoscopy
7
Q
What AI affects parts of the body that produces fluids (ducts) thats genetic in nature
A
Sjogren Syndrome (“show-grins”)
8
Q
What is the 3 main symptoms of Sjogrens syndrome
A
Dry eyes
Dry mouth
Dry skin
9
Q
What is the 2 main treatments in Sjogren’s syndrome (dealing with symptoms)
A
Eye drops => Blephritis
Lozenges ==> medicated mouth sweets
