What is another word for ranula?
Pronunciation: [ɹˈanjʊlə] (IPA) 
A ranula is a fluid-filled cyst that forms under the tongue due to blockage of the salivary gland. Other synonyms for ranula include mucocele, retention cyst, salivary cyst, and epithelial cyst. These terms are used interchangeably in medical literature to describe the same condition. While a ranula is usually painless and harmless, it can grow to a size that affects speech, swallowing, or breathing. In such cases, surgical removal of the cyst may be necessary. People with recurring ranulas may benefit from regular oral hygiene and salivary gland massage to prevent blockages.
