MSK’s salivary gland tumor experts, including surgeon Bhuvanesh Singh (center), are among the most experienced in the nation. For many people with salivary gland tumors, surgery performed by an expert ...

The five rare cancers that are more prevalent in India than in most other parts of the world are oral cancer, small intestine adenocarcinoma, germ cell tumours in ovarian cancer, salivary gland and ...

Cancer is a prevalent disease that impacts millions globally each year, potentially affecting nearly any part of the body.

Additionally, “salivary glands have estrogen receptors,” so when the hormone hightails it, so do its benefits. The result is ...

Treatment with metformin was associated with improved salivary gland function and reduced ocular symptoms among patients with ...

People may have salivary gland surgery to remove part or all of the salivary gland. Its primary purpose is to remove tumors, but it can also help treat infections and inflammation. A person has ...

Radiation therapy for salivary gland tumors involves sending high-energy particles (usually photons or protons) through the skin toward the tumor. When the particles reach the tumor, they can destroy ...

Multiple sclerosis affects the central nervous system and other bodily systems, including the salivary glands, leading to dry mouth and related oral health issues. Multiple sclerosis (MS ...

The major salivary glands produce approximately one quart of saliva each day, which in turn plays a crucial role in food digestion, swallowing, speech, and protection of teeth against bacteria and ...

Plasma cells with characteristics of long-lived cells, and factors necessary for long term survival, are present in the salivary glands of patients with primary Sjögren's syndrome (pSS), report ...