Triangular glands resting on top of each kidney that produce adrenaline and other hormones.

Glands where saliva is made. Includes the parotid gland (front of the ears) and the sublingual and submandibular glands (under the oral cavity)….

The surgical removal of the whole of the diseased kidney. If diseased, the adrenal gland, surrounding fatty tissue and nearby lymph nodes are sometimes removed as well….

Removal of the lymph glands from a part of the body. Also called a lymph node dissection….

Two egg-shaped glands that produce sperm and testosterone. They are found in the scrotum. Also called testicles….

Glands that lie close to the prostate and produce secretions that form part of the semen….

Cancer that affects the salivary glands, most commonly the parotid gland….

Small openings in the oral cavity that release saliva into the mouth. The ducts are connected to the salivary glands….

Also called spit. The watery substance released into the mouth from salivary glands….

One of the major salivary glands. It is found just in front of the ears….