Which statement correctly lists a salivary gland disorder name?

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Multiple Choice

Which statement correctly lists a salivary gland disorder name?

Explanation:
Salivary gland disorders include conditions that directly involve the salivary glands, such as inflammation, stones forming inside the ducts, and autoimmune problems that affect saliva production. The statement listing sialadenitis (inflammation of a salivary gland), sialolithosis or sialolithiasis (salivary stones), and Sjögren's syndrome (an autoimmune condition causing dry mouth) is the only option that groups true salivary gland problems. The other items describe issues not related to the glands: tonsillitis and laryngitis affect the tonsils or larynx, gingival recession is gum tissue, and tooth decay is a dental caries problem.

Salivary gland disorders include conditions that directly involve the salivary glands, such as inflammation, stones forming inside the ducts, and autoimmune problems that affect saliva production. The statement listing sialadenitis (inflammation of a salivary gland), sialolithosis or sialolithiasis (salivary stones), and Sjögren's syndrome (an autoimmune condition causing dry mouth) is the only option that groups true salivary gland problems. The other items describe issues not related to the glands: tonsillitis and laryngitis affect the tonsils or larynx, gingival recession is gum tissue, and tooth decay is a dental caries problem.

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