Sialolithiasis

Sialolithiasis is calcified stone in salivary duct/gland (mostly submandibular Wharton's duct), presenting with swelling/pain on eating, palpable stone, and possible recurrent sialadenitis. Treatment: conservative (hydration, sialogogues, warm compresses, massage) for small stones; sial endoscopic removal/duct dilation; transoral ductotomy for accessible stones; gland excision (submandibulectomy) for recurrent/intra-gland stones; antibiotics for acute sialadenitis; follow-up to prevent recurrence.

Common Symptoms

Swelling/pain on eating; palpable stone; recurrent sialadenitis; by submandibular/parotid

Causes and Pathogenesis

Salivary stasis/mineral deposition forms ductal/glandular stone.

Treatment

Conservative (hydration/sialogogues/massage); sialendoscopy; ductotomy; gland excision if recurrent

Preventive Measures

Hydration; oral hygiene; avoid stasis.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Oral-maxillofacial-surgery/ENT department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.