Chronic recurrent parotitis
ICD-10 K11.2ICD-11 DA04.2.2

Treatment of Chronic Recurrent Parotitis with Decreased Salivary Flow and Recurrent Gland Inflammation

This protocol addresses chronic sialadenitis of the parotid gland presenting with repeated episodes of pain and inflammation driven by decreased salivary flow and salivary stasis.

Clinical Scenario

Chronic sialadenitis is characterized by repeated episodes of pain and inflammation caused by decreased salivary flow and salivary stasis. It most often affects the parotid gland. Patients typically present with recurrent or low-grade swelling and tenderness of the affected gland, especially when eating.

Treatment Approach

When no predisposing cause is identified, the management follows a conservative strategy — the full structured regimen, including the specific components and their use, is available in the protocol.

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References

Chronic sialadenitis is characterized by repeated episodes of pain and inflammation caused by decreased salivary flow and salivary stasis.

It most often affects the parotid gland.

Patients typically present with recurrent or low-grade swelling and tenderness of the affected gland, especially when eating.

If no cause is found, treatment is conservative and should consist of sialagogues, massage, hydration, and anti-inflammatory medications.

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