Parotid fatty change is sign of_____________?

Correct answer: B. Alcoholism

A. Aging
B. Alcoholism
C. Malnutrition
D. None of the above

Explanation

Fatty infiltration of the parotid, or sialosis, is classically associated with chronic alcoholism, although it can also occur with diabetes, malnutrition and certain drugs. Alcoholism is the best answer among the options.

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