Noninfectious conditions that can cause bilateral parotid swelling
- Diabetes mellitus, malnutrition, cirrhosis, and uremia cause a reduction of saliva production and flow (Related: Hepatic cirrhosis)
- Like mumps infection, these conditions can result in parotid swelling or enlargement, which is generally bilateral (Related: Hepatic cirrhosis)
- Can be differentiated clinically by presence of clinical symptoms and signs of underlying condition (Related: Hepatic cirrhosis)
- These conditions can be confirmed by appropriate laboratory testing and imaging
