Understanding Parotitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Management at Rohilkhand College of Nursing
Explore the concept of parotitis, including its definition, causes, clinical manifestations, diagnostic evaluation, management, and prevention. Learn about the risk factors associated with this condition at Rohilkhand College of Nursing. Gain insights into the etiological factors and salivary gland anatomy related to parotitis.
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30-05-2025 ROHILKHAND COLLEGE OF NURSING 1
PAROTITIS MR. DINESH SINGH P.G. NURSING TUTOR ROHILKHAND COLLEGE OF NURSING 30-05-2025 ROHILKHAND COLLEGE OF NURSING 2
OBJECTIVES Introduction of the Parotitis. Define the Parotitis. Explain the causes of Parotitis. State the clinical manifestations of Parotitis. Elaborate the diagnostic evaluation of Parotitis. Discuss the management of Parotitis. Describe the prevention of Parotitis. 30-05-2025 ROHILKHAND COLLEGE OF NURSING 3
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INTRODUCTION Salivary glands: are composed of 4 major glands, in addition to minor glands. Major: Minor: 2 Parotid Sublingual. glands. Multiple 2 Submand- minor glands ibular gland 30-05-2025 ROHILKHAND COLLEGE OF NURSING 5
DEFINITION Parotitis is swelling in one or both parotid glands. These are 2 large salivary glands that are between each ear and jaw. The problem can be: Acute: -Gets better in a short period of time with or without treatment Chronic: -Causes long-term swelling or periods when things are worse and then better 30-05-2025 ROHILKHAND COLLEGE OF NURSING 6
ETIOLOGICAL FACTORS There are many causes. It depends whether the illness is acute or chronic. The most common causes are: Bacterial infection A viral infection, such as mumps Blockage of saliva flow Poor oral hygiene 30-05-2025 ROHILKHAND COLLEGE OF NURSING 7
RISK FACTORS This illness is more common in older adults and newborns. Other things that may raise the risk are: Dehydration Close contact with a person infected with the mumps Certain health problems, such as: Diabetes, HIV infection 30-05-2025 ROHILKHAND COLLEGE OF NURSING 8
CLINICAL MANIFESTATION Acute parotitis may cause: Sudden pain and swelling that worsens with eating Redness Pus that may drain into the mouth Chronic parotitis may cause: Swelling around the parotid gland Dry mouth Milky discharge in the mouth 30-05-2025 ROHILKHAND COLLEGE OF NURSING 9
DIAGNOSTIC EVALUATION History collection Physical examination Ultrasound Sialography to view the ducts in and around the parotid gland X-rays CT scan MRI scan 30-05-2025 ROHILKHAND COLLEGE OF NURSING 10
MANAGEMENT Supportive care, such as warm water rinses and good oral hygiene Medicines, such as: Antibiotics to treat infection Anti-inflammatory drugs to manage swelling and pain Surgery to remove anything that may be blocking saliva flow 30-05-2025 ROHILKHAND COLLEGE OF NURSING 11
PREVENTION Good oral hygiene may lower the risk of acute parotitis. 30-05-2025 ROHILKHAND COLLEGE OF NURSING 12
REFERENCES Brunner and Suddarth s textbook of medical-surgical nursing 10th edition, published by Suzanne C. Smeltzer Brenda Bare . PR Ashalatha, G. Deepa textbook of Anatomy and physiology Fourth edition published by JaypeeBrothers . Linda S. Williams, Paula D. Hopper textbook of Medical Surgical Nursing Third edition Published by F.A. Davis 2007. Priscilla LeMone, Karen Burke, Gerene Bauldoff textbook of Medical Surgical Nursing Fifth edition published by Julie Levin Alexander . Lewis Dirksen Heitkemper Bucher, textbook of medical surgical nursing second south Asia edition, volume 1. 30-05-2025 ROHILKHAND COLLEGE OF NURSING 13
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