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Parotid gland enlarged lymph node
Autoimmune Diseases | Last Active: Jun 23, 2023 | Replies (13)Comment receiving replies
(It seems as if I've had way too many cancers and pre-cancers removed in my life--- bad gene!)
One of them, about 12 years or so ago, was a parotid gland or in the vernacular, a spit gland!
Anyway, mine was removed, and the recovery was long and annoying. Surgeon removed it thru my neck near my ear. He cut thru a nerve which still is bothersome today. My ear and neck are highly sensitive & I can't stand being touched in that area and can't wear earrings or necklaces either. The first year or so, I could not eat certain foods like lemons or strawberries, or "sharp" tasting things, my mouth would water & I would "drool." This is hard to explain, and as I said, the nerve was cut & still bothers me today.
I do not know if my case is typical, but my dr. was not very talkative/helpful and the hospital I was in was lacking basic care as well.
There is or was a parotid care group on line, so just Google them for more detailed help & support.
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I had an infection in all three parotid glands in my lower jaw. However, they did not need to do surgery to fix the problem, as five days in the hospital with IV antibiotics worked. Absolutely one of the most painful things I have ever had. Usually, massaging the area and hydrating work--I've also had stones, there. Have to look at the group and see what there is to learn!
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Thank you so so much for your comment mermaid!
I already have intractable trigeminal neurakgia in the other side of the one with the lymph node. If that’s the nerve, the trigeminal, and I get it in the other side I rather die.
I had two brain surgeries and Hanna knife for that nerve. The pain is unbearable. I now have a pain pump. I will not let them touch that lol
Thank you for the info about the parotid care group. I will look it up. I am also dealing with the parathyroid glands. All four hyperactive so surgery for that, we have lots in common! Too many surgeries and side effects. I was recently diagnosed with lymphedema stage two. I am not overweight ( (98 lbs)
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I hope your symptoms get better and better! I know exactly how you feel! Take care!