A salivary gland infection typically develops due to a reduced flow of saliva or a blockage in a gland. Blockages can cause inflammation, making the glands more vulnerable to infection.

Vectors used and infection flow chart in this study. The plasmid profile of (a) pTRV1, (b) pTRV2, (c) pTRV2::PDS410, (d) pTRV2::CeTCP14. Color change of leaves by (e) leaf injection and (f ...

An infection of the salivary gland occurs when a bacterial or viral infection affects your salivary gland or duct. The cause can be reduced saliva flow, which happens due to a blockage or ...

You can get a urinary tract infection (UTI) by being sexually active ... This blocks urine flow, which can cause bacteria to grow. The uterus also expands during pregnancy, placing more pressure ...