A molecule in lizard saliva may make it easier to find certain tumors in the pancreas.

"Stomach acid is abrasive and can steadily wear away at tooth enamel. Excessive vomiting can also prompt dry mouth, dry and ...

Dr Sarah added: "Quite often it is the use of certain medications that is the cause, due to the anticholinergic effects and the impact of these medications on saliva production. For example ...

A stye is a reddish, pus-filled lump that forms on the outer edge of your eyelid. They occur when a clogged gland or follicle becomes infected. Styes are typically tender to the touch and can be ...

Department of Otorhinolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands. University of Milan, Department of Biomedical, Surgical and Dental ...

Here are four things to know: 1. OralDNA Labs plans to use the acquisition to commercialize a new point-of-care molecular diagnostics system capable of providing test results from saliva or swabs in ...

The adrenal glands are two small glands located on top of the kidneys. They produce hormones that help regulate heart rate, blood pressure, the immune system, physical stress response, and other ...

Gland Pharma’s Board has approved the appointment of Shyamakant Giri as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Company. Mr. Giri is expected to join the Company with effect from January ...

These cells find and destroy pathogens like bacteria circulating in the bloodstream. Although the thymus is sometimes called a gland, it is not structured like one. It should not be confused with the ...

Radiation therapy, a common treatment for some oral cancers, can leave a patient’s salivary glands so damaged that even talking is difficult. Meanwhile, diseases such as Sjogren’s, which eradicates ...