The parotid gland is the largest of the salivary glands positioned in the subcutaneous tissue of the face
The parotid gland is the largest of the salivary glands positioned in the subcutaneous tissue of the face, overlying the mandibular ramus and in front of and below the external ear. The parotid gland can be infected by bacteria or viruses, causing parotitis.
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