Swollen Parotid Salivary Gland Causes. 1  One of the major causes of swollen parotid glands is a virus that causes mumps. 2  Alcoholics are prone to swelling of these salivary glands. 3  Infection of surrounding lymph nodes can spread to the parotid glands. 4  Stones sometimes form in the glands causing inflammation. One of the major causes of swollen parotid glands is a virus that causes mumps. 2  Alcoholics are prone to swelling of these salivary glands. 3  Infection of surrounding lymph nodes can spread to the parotid glands.
Each diabetic cat responds differently to different therapies. Some cats are easier to regulate; others require more complex types of treatment. Some cats can be treated successfully through changes in diet and with oral medications. In cats with more severe diabetes, insulin injections may be required for the remainder of their lives. In general, treatment for diabetes falls into three categories: Insulin injections
I'd guess $500 to $1000/year, depending on how expensive your food and vet is. The important part is that at some point there will be a $500 to $3000 vet bill that you weren't expecting. Last week my cat collapsed and it cost $1800 to diagnose and treat the problem, high blood pressure.