A Case of Pediatric Pneumoparotitis

Abstract

Pneumoparotitis is rare. We report a case of pneumoparotitis in a 7-year-old boy that was related to subcutaneous emphysema. The boy reported left cheek swelling. Computed tomography (CT) showed expanding subcutaneous emphysema, and crepitation was heard in the left parotid region. A detailed interview revealed his “inflatable mouth” habit, which we diagnosed as pneumoparotitis We advised him to avoid increasing intraoral pressure and administered antibiotics to help prevent infection. Symptoms were alleviated within a few days. We concluded that pneumoparotitis could be diagnosed by detailed interview, in addition to radiological evaluation and palpation. We also suggest counseling as one of the treatments advised for subjects suffering from recurrent symptoms.