Often asked: How Do You Unclog A Parotid Gland?

You may start with treatments such as:

1. Drinking more water.
2. Putting moist heat on the area.
3. Massaging the gland and duct.
4. Sucking on tart or sour candies to cause saliva to flow.
5. Using nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS)
6. Stopping use of any medicines that lower the amount of saliva you make, if possible.

How long does a blocked salivary gland last?

If you feel intense pain during mealtimes, this could mean the stone is completely blocking a saliva gland. The pain usually lasts 1 to 2 hours.

What are the symptoms of a blocked parotid gland?

If your parotid gland duct is obstructed long enough, it can become infected and lead to other symptoms besides swelling, such as:

• Tender, painful lump in your cheek.
• Foul-tasting discharge from the duct into your mouth.
• Fever, chills, and fatigue.
• Difficulty fully opening your mouth, speaking, chewing, or swallowing.

How do you push out a salivary stone?

Use sugar-free gum or candies such as lemon drops, or suck on a lemon wedge. They increase saliva, which may help push the stone out. Gently massage the affected gland to help move the stone.

How can I clear a blocked salivary gland at home?

Home treatments include:

1. drinking 8 to 10 glasses of water daily with lemon to stimulate saliva and keep glands clear.
2. massaging the affected gland.
3. applying warm compresses to the affected gland.
4. rinsing your mouth with warm salt water.

What causes the parotid gland to swell?

Infections. Viral infections such as mumps, flu, and others can cause swelling of the salivary glands. Swelling happens in parotid glands on both sides of the face, giving the appearance of “chipmunk cheeks.” Salivary gland swelling is commonly associated with mumps, happening in about 30% to 40% of mumps infections.

Do parotid cysts go away?

Because parotid cysts continue to grow over time and are prone to infection, it is important to have them surgically removed to prevent long-term complications.

What doctor treats parotid glands?

For many people with parotid gland tumors, surgery performed by a head and neck surgeon is the main treatment. This operation is called a parotidectomy. The parotid gland consists of two lobes: the superficial lobe and the deep lobe.

Can thyroid problems cause salivary gland problems?

Although Sjögren’s syndrome (SS) is the most common disease causing xerostomia, autoimmune thyroid diseases can also affect the salivary glands.

Can you squeeze a salivary stone out?

Stones near the end of a salivary gland duct often can be removed by squeezing them out by hand. Deeper ones require surgery. The entire salivary gland may need to be removed.

What causes a salivary gland to get clogged?

One of the more common causes of a blocked salivary duct is a salivary gland stone. Made from the salts that naturally occur in saliva, these stones are more likely to develop in people who are dehydrated, suffer from gout or are taking medications that cause dry mouth, according to Clarence Sasaki, MD.

How do you treat a swollen parotid gland on one side?

Drink lots of water and use sugar-free lemon drops to increase the flow of saliva and reduce swelling. Massaging the gland with heat. Using warm compresses on the inflamed gland.