Xanthogranulomatous sialadenitis

Overview

Xanthogranulomatous sialadenitis: A form of salivary gland inflammation and obstruction.

Symptoms

* Enlarged salivary gland * Tender salivary gland * Red salivary gland * Salivary fistula * Painful jaw lump

Diagnosis

The phrase "signs of Xanthogranulomatous sialadenitis" should, strictly speaking, refer only to those signs and symptoms of Xanthogranulomatous sialadenitis that are not readily apparent to the patient.