Salivary gland biopsy

You have several pairs of salivary glands that drain into your mouth: A major pair in front of the ears (parotid glands) Another major pair beneath your jaw (submandibular glands) Two major pairs on the floor of the mouth (sublingual glands) Hundreds to thousands of minor salivary glands in the lips, cheeks, and…

There is no special preparation for a needle biopsy. However, you may be asked not to drink or eat anything for a few hours before the test. For surgical removal of a tumor, preparation is the same as for any major surgery. You will not be able to eat anything for 6 to 8 hours before the surgery.

With a needle biopsy, you may feel some stinging or burning if a local numbing medicine is injected. You may feel pressure or mild discomfort when the needle is inserted. This should only last for 1 or 2 minutes. The area may feel tender or be bruised for a few days after the biopsy. The biopsy for Sjögren syndrome…

This test is done to find the cause of abnormal lumps or growths of the salivary glands. It is also done to diagnose Sjögren syndrome.

The salivary gland tissue is normal.

Abnormal results may indicate: Salivary gland tumors or infection Sjogren syndrome or other forms of gland inflammation

Risks from this procedure include: Allergic reaction to the anesthetic Bleeding Infection Injury to the facial or trigeminal nerve (rare) Numbness of the lip

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