Table 1 Quality of life domains impacted by chronic sialadenitis, as reported by patient participants
From: Development of a patient reported outcome instrument for chronic sialadenitis
Activity restriction subscale | Symptom subscale | Psychosocial subscale |
|---|---|---|
Restricted eating | Swelling | Mood (frustration, irritability, and low mood) |
Disrupted sleep | Pain | Self-consciousness about appearance |
Time off occupation/studies/housework | Changes to Salivation (volume, taste, texture, and control of secretions) | Avoidance of social activities and social eating |
Difficulty chewing/Trismus | Anxiety | |
Difficulty swallowing | Enjoyment of foods | |
Palpable stones in mouth | ||
Painful eating |