Thanks for the ideas! I told my mom to not watch or do anything stressful. I also asked her about other possible symptoms, because I've noticed how most of the major swelling occurs near or in the area of the salivary glands (although other areas have swelled up). She also told me that her mouth is dry and she feels like she has something in her eye. I'm worried that this may be an onset for Sjogren's disease (which I've had for over 10 years). And, if it is, it can be triggered by stress. Anyway, the best way is to see a rheumatologist and get the right tests and evaluation done. But until then, will try to keep her relaxed as best I can, with God's help.