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What Causes Swelling Of The Cheek In A Child?

Hi! Im Philippines. I would like to ask about inflammation.My son are currently suffering from swelling of the cheek, his Pedia prescribed Natravox (Co-amoxiclav). And according to the doctor it is not mumps. What do you call this kind of disease? Thank you in advance
Wed, 30 Jul 2014
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Swelling ,if not Mumps ,is likely to be Infective. Bacterial infections of salivary glands or of Lymph nodes/ or subcutaneous tissues(below skin areas) may cause such swellings.
Co amoxyclav is a good choice in such cases.
Best wishes
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What Causes Swelling Of The Cheek In A Child?

Swelling ,if not Mumps ,is likely to be Infective. Bacterial infections of salivary glands or of Lymph nodes/ or subcutaneous tissues(below skin areas) may cause such swellings. Co amoxyclav is a good choice in such cases. Best wishes