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Submandibular chronic sialadenitis presenting with alcohol-induced pain
C C Okany1, I Akinsete, O O Akinyanju
1Department of Haematology, College of Medicine, University of Lagos, Nigeria.
Postgraduate Medical Journal
|November 1, 1990
Summary
A man experienced alcohol-induced pain from a submandibular swelling. Surgical removal revealed chronic sialadenitis, resolving his pain and suggesting a link between inflammation and alcohol consumption.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Pathology
- Gastroenterology
Background:
- Alcohol consumption can lead to various oral health issues.
- Submandibular swelling can present with diverse etiologies.
- Chronic sialadenitis is an inflammatory condition affecting salivary glands.
Observation:
- A 32-year-old male presented with pain and swelling in the right submandibular region.
- The swelling was exacerbated by alcohol intake.
- Clinical examination revealed a palpable submandibular mass.
Findings:
- Excisional biopsy confirmed the diagnosis of chronic sialadenitis.
- Histopathological examination showed inflammatory cell infiltration and glandular damage.
- The patient's symptoms resolved completely after surgical excision.
Implications:
- This case highlights a potential link between alcohol consumption and chronic sialadenitis.
- Surgical management can be effective in resolving alcohol-induced submandibular gland inflammation.
- Further research into the pathophysiological mechanisms is warranted.