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What Causes Swollen And Sore Gland On The Left Side Of Mouth?

Posted on Fri, 24 Jul 2015

Question: The gland on my left side near my jaw is swollen and sore to the touch. Can feel discomfort inside my mouth on the same side. Any ideas?

Answered by Dr. T Chandrakant (58 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Most probably a submandibular salivary gland

Detailed Answer:
Hi.
Thanks for your query and history albeit small.

The commonest cause of swollen and sore gland on one side near the jaw with discomfort inside the mouth on the same side is most probably due to submandibular salivary gland.
This in turn can be due to a stone in the duct or infection.

The commonest other symptom can be:
The swelling increases on taking food.

X-ray/Ultrasonography helps in diagnosis.
Digital (finger) examination helps in confirmation.

Please give feedback as to the points I have mentioned and mention if this is so or not so that we can find the reason.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. T Chandrakant (2 hours later)

Is this something that can just run its course or do you think I should see a doctor about it? The pain isn't that bad, just annoying more than anything.

Answered by Dr. T Chandrakant (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Yes, please see a Doctor.

Detailed Answer:
If it is so, it would be wise to see a Doctor, get a clinical evaluation, investigations and get started with proper treatment.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar