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== Introduction ==

== Description ==

Sialadenosis: 'non-inflammatory swelling of the salivary glands'  

Sialadenosis: 'non-inflammatory swelling of the salivary glands'  

It is most common in dogs.  

It is most common in dogs.  

== Clinical Signs ==

== Clinical Signs ==

Often there are no clinical signs other than the presence of the masses. Retching or gulping can sometimes be seen, as can dyspnoea if the mass is obstructing the airways. Other symptoms such as fever and pain are occasionally seen if the mass becomes infected.

Often there are no clinical signs other than the presence of the masses. Retching or gulping can sometimes be seen, as can dyspnoea if the mass is obstructing the airways. Other symptoms such as fever and pain are occasionally seen if the mass becomes infected.

== Diagnosis  ==

== Diagnosis  ==

Very good if removal is complete.  

Very good if removal is complete.  

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Slatter, D.S. (2003) '''Textbook of Small Animal Surgery '''(3rd Edition ) ''Saunders''

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