Symptoms of salivary stone, swelling and pain in the jaw after eating? Complete overview of causes, treatments, and surgery costs

Symptoms of salivary stone: suspect if your jaw hurts while eating 😊

 

Lately, after eating, my chin area swells up and becomes swollen.
Are there any people feeling a slight pain or discomfort?

This is something more people experience than you might think,
It's a perfect symptom of tennis elbow to just think, "Maybe I'm tired," and brush it off.

There will be many people hearing this for the first time.

A condition called sialolithiasis occurs due to small stones (calcium deposits) forming in the salivary glands inside the mouth.
It is a condition where the needle does not come out easily and the passage is blocked.

 

Why does this happen?

 

The cause of kidney stones is difficult to summarize with just one factor, but
Mostly when saliva stagnates or the salivary duct narrows due to inflammation
It occurs when substances like calcium deposit.

 

Especially, it most commonly occurs in the submandibular gland located beneath the chin.
The next is the submandibular gland beneath the ear.

It is said to frequently occur in middle-aged and older individuals, especially men in their 50s.

 

 

What are the symptoms of gallstones? 🤔

 

This is the most common one:

My jawline swells after eating.

And there is also some pain, and when touched, I can feel something hard.

 

The reason why this is particularly severe during meals is because,
I produce a lot of saliva when I eat.
Since the passage is blocked, saliva pools like reflux, creating pressure.
The swelling and pain symptoms flare up.

 

If this repeats, it can sometimes cause a feeling of the salivary glands becoming hard and stiff.
If it worsens, inflammation occurs, leading to pus formation or,
It can spread to cause acute sialadenitis with swelling up to the neck and fever.

 

How is the diagnosis made when you go to the hospital?

 

Initially, the doctor performs a palpation examination by feeling with their hands.
In particular, if you press the floor of the mouth (under the tongue), you may be able to feel a stone.

 

But there are also cases where they are invisible or present in small multiple amounts.
Additional tests such as CT, ultrasound, or salivary gland sialography may also be performed if necessary.

 

It's not difficult to diagnose, but
If you feel something is strange, it's best to go to the hospital and get checked out.

 

 

How is kidney stone treatment performed?

 

Initially, conservative treatment is applied first without the need for surgery.

 

- Oral hygiene: frequently use mouthwash
- Drink plenty of fluids
- Frequently consuming new foods (such as lemons, juice, etc.)
- Massage, warm compress
- Medication: Take an anti-inflammatory painkiller if pain is severe; take antibiotics if there is inflammation.

 

If it still doesn't come off this way, surgical removal will be performed at that time.
Fortunately, these days, it is possible to perform a procedure that only removes the stone from inside the mouth.
No worries about scars, and hospitalization only takes 1 to 2 days.

 

However, if it is inserted too deeply or accompanied by chronic inflammation
Salivary glands may need to be completely removed.

 

 

 

How much does the treatment cost? 💸

 

Initial consultation + tests
When covered by insurance, it is relatively inexpensive, around 20,000 to 50,000 won.

 

Stone removal procedure
Simple ones are in the 100,000 won range.
It can cost over 300,000 won if it involves general anesthesia surgery.

Since there are differences between hospitals, be sure to inquire.

 

How is the review?

 

Reviews of gallstone surgery
There are really many people who say, "I should have taken it out earlier..."

 

Rather than repeatedly swelling and hurting,
Once removed, it feels refreshing, and it also helps with saliva flow, making it comfortable.
I hear that kind of thing a lot.

 

Of course, pain and recovery speed can vary from person to person, but
The treatment satisfaction is quite high.

 

Finish 😉

 

Symptoms of kidney stones
At first, it seems like nothing special.
If you continue to neglect it, it will lead to difficultiesㅠㅠ

 

Does your chin swell and hurt whenever you eat rice?
Then, even now, go to the hospital and get a diagnosis.

If detected early, medication or simple treatment can be enough for recovery.

Although it is a small and unfamiliar disease, let's not ignore it and manage it proactively!