Partoidectomy is a surgery that removes part or all of the parotid gland. Most commonly this is performed for a tumor, most of which are benign (non-cancerous), however this can be malignant (cancerous). Can you remove submandibular lymph nodes? Submandibular Gland Excision To treat a benign or cancerous tumor inRead More →
Signs and symptoms of swollen lymph nodes Fever. Night sweats. Weight loss. Loss of appetite. Abdominal pain. Swelling of multiple lymph nodes or only an isolated one. Localized red patches of the skin over the lymph nodes. Hard lumps or masses felt under the skin in the area of theRead More →
Symptoms of Submandibular Lymphadenopathy Palpable (able to be felt) nodes on the side of the neck are usually benign and often infectious, but a history of smoking or chewing tobacco may cause concern about cancer. How do I know if my submandibular lymph nodes are swollen? Signs and symptoms ofRead More →
A saliva duct is a tube that carries saliva from the gland into the mouth. The area below your jaw may be sore for several days after your surgery. The area also may be slightly swollen or bruised. It will probably take 1 to 2 weeks for the cut (incision)Read More →