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[Recurrent parotitis in children and HIV infection. Apropos of 4 cases]
1Service de Stomatologie et Chirurgie Maxillo-Faciale, Cliniques Universitaires de Kinshasa B.P. 123, République Démocratique du Congo.
Abstract:
We report four cases of recurrent infectious parotiditis in children and recall the clinical radiographic and pathogenic features. Particular attention was paid to the possible relationship between sialadenitis and HIV infection in two cases. This would open a large etiological field when HIV contamination is suspected. Treatment if all four cases (spiramycine, diclofenac, soframycin washing, lipiodol instillation and local bucco-dental treatment) was successful leading to longer intervals between relapses.
Insights
Recurrent infectious parotiditis in children can be linked to HIV infection. Successful treatment strategies were identified, reducing relapse frequency in affected children.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Infectious Diseases
- Otolaryngology
Background:
- Recurrent infectious parotiditis is a rare condition in children.
- Sialadenitis, inflammation of salivary glands, can have various causes.
- The potential link between sialadenitis and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection requires further investigation.