Swollen Parotid Salivary Gland Causes. 1  One of the major causes of swollen parotid glands is a virus that causes mumps. 2  Alcoholics are prone to swelling of these salivary glands. 3  Infection of surrounding lymph nodes can spread to the parotid glands. 4  Stones sometimes form in the glands causing inflammation. One of the major causes of swollen parotid glands is a virus that causes mumps. 2  Alcoholics are prone to swelling of these salivary glands. 3  Infection of surrounding lymph nodes can spread to the parotid glands.
Each diabetic cat responds differently to different therapies. Some cats are easier to regulate; others require more complex types of treatment. Some cats can be treated successfully through changes in diet and with oral medications. In cats with more severe diabetes, insulin injections may be required for the remainder of their lives. In general, treatment for diabetes falls into three categories: Insulin injections
The Cost of Diabetes. The American Diabetes Association (Association) released new research on March 6, 2013 estimating the total costs of diagnosed diabetes have risen to $245 billion in 2012 from $174 billion in 2007, when the cost was last examined.he estimated total economic cost of diagnosed diabetes in 2012 is $245 billion, a 41% increase from our previous estimate of $174 billion (in 2007 dollars). This estimate highlights the substantial burden that diabetes imposes on society.