Overview Of The Parotid Gland
The parotid gland is the largest major salivary gland, paired, purely serous, irregularly wedge-shaped. Weight 25-30g. Contributes 25% of unstimulated but 70% of stimulated saliva.
The parotid gland is the largest major salivary gland, paired, purely serous, irregularly wedge-shaped. Weight 25-30g. Contributes 25% of unstimulated but 70% of stimulated saliva.
Stridor is a harsh, high-pitched respiratory sound produced by turbulent airflow through a narrowed upper airway (pharynx, larynx, or trachea). It is a sign of significant airway obstruction, not a diagnosis.
Septal deviation refers to a deviation or displacement of the nasal septum from the midline, which can cause nasal obstruction and other symptoms.
The nasal septum is the midline partition that divides the nasal cavity into two fossae.