Hi , I am 43, male, non-smoker. I have unilateral left sided swelling of the parotid gland of 6 days duration. The papilla are oedematous hard and swollen. No purulent discharge is present. The papilla have been mildly enlarged for one year when I had a painful attack while on vacation. my left cheek is swollen as well. I have had no fever.
HelloThanks for your query, based on the facts that you have posted it appears that you have infection of the Parotid gland.(Parotitis). Considering the long duration you need to consult qualified General Surgeon for clinical examination and get following basic tests done to rule out presence of stone in the Parotid duct. 1) Plain X-Ray of the face 2) Biography of the Parotid gland.In the meanwhile You need to take broad spectrum antibiotic like \u010ceferin along with anti-inflammatory Chat Doctor. Ensure to have ave mouth wash twice daily with microbial lotion like Betadine or Chlorhexidine twice daily.