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Parotid Gland Swelling Treatment in Johor Bahru

Bengkak Kelenjar Parotid

The parotid glands are the largest salivary glands, located in front of and below each ear. Parotid swelling can be unilateral (one side) or bilateral (both sides), acute or chronic. The most well-known cause is mumps (viral parotitis) though vaccination has significantly reduced this. In adults, the more common causes are parotid stones (sialolithiasis), bacterial parotitis, Sjogren syndrome, parotid tumours (both benign and malignant), and sarcoidosis. HIV-associated parotid enlargement is also seen in Malaysia. Parotid swelling warrants medical assessment to identify the cause and exclude malignancy.

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Symptoms of Parotid Gland Swelling

✓Swelling in front of or below the ear — unilateral or bilateral

✓Pain or tenderness over the swollen gland, worse when eating

✓Reduced saliva flow or dry mouth

✓Pus or cloudy saliva from the parotid duct opening in bacterial infection

✓Fever and feeling unwell in acute bacterial parotitis or mumps

✓Persistent painless firm swelling in tumour or chronic condition

⚠️ When to See a Doctor

See a doctor for any parotid swelling that persists more than 2 weeks, is rapidly enlarging, is associated with facial nerve weakness (inability to close the eye or drooping mouth on one side), has overlying skin changes, or is firm and fixed. Unilateral persistent parotid swelling in adults must be assessed to exclude parotid tumour.

Treatment at Klinik Muhibbah

At Klinik Muhibbah, Masai, our doctors assess parotid swelling clinically, arrange blood tests (mumps serology, FBC, autoimmune markers for Sjogren), and order imaging (ultrasound) where indicated. Bacterial parotitis is treated with antibiotics. Parotid stones may require hydration and massage or specialist referral. Suspected tumours are referred promptly for further imaging and biopsy. Book at movo-x.com/kiosk/muhibbah.

👨‍⚕️ Dr. Prabagaran Kanapathy

M.D(UNPAD) OHD(NIOSH) | MMC 63651

👨‍⚕️ Dr. Kirubah Sai Patnaik

MMC 93850

Prevention Tips

1Maintain adequate hydration to prevent parotid stone formation

2Maintain good oral hygiene to reduce risk of ascending bacterial parotitis

3Ensure mumps vaccination is up to date — MMR vaccination protects against viral parotitis

4Manage underlying conditions such as Sjogren syndrome with specialist care

5Seek early assessment for persistent parotid swelling to detect any tumour at an early stage

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is parotid gland swelling serious?▼

It depends on the cause. Acute viral or bacterial parotitis is usually treatable and resolves completely. However, persistent painless parotid swelling in adults can occasionally represent a parotid tumour — most commonly benign (pleomorphic adenoma) but occasionally malignant. Early assessment is important. Our doctors at Klinik Muhibbah assess and arrange appropriate imaging. Book at movo-x.com/kiosk/muhibbah.

Can a blocked salivary duct cause cheek swelling?▼

Yes. Salivary gland stones (sialolithiasis) block the parotid duct causing painful swelling that is worse during eating (when saliva production increases). Smaller stones may pass spontaneously with good hydration and massage. Larger stones require referral for removal. We assess salivary gland problems at Klinik Muhibbah, Masai.

Is mumps still a cause of parotid swelling in Malaysia?▼

Mumps is less common now due to MMR vaccination, but it still occurs in unvaccinated individuals and occasionally in vaccinated people. Mumps causes bilateral painful parotid swelling with fever in children and young adults. Mumps in adults can cause serious complications including orchitis and pancreatitis. Check your vaccination record and book at movo-x.com/kiosk/muhibbah.

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