Mumps

Mumps is a highly contagious viral infection also known as parotitis. Since the advent of the MMR vaccine in 1967, mumps has greatly reduced in prevalence. Before the vaccine, this viral infection was a common disease among children, and it remains a significant threat to those in third world countries.KidsHealth: Mumps

If infected with mumps, there is no specific treatment. The symptoms of mumps may be comforted through pain relievers. However, complications such as infertility and meningitis are common in people infected with mumps.CDC: Mumps In-Short

• Group: Group V
• Order: Mononegavirales
• Family: Paramyxoviridae
• Genus: Rubulavirus

• Painful swelling of salivary glands
• Fever
• Rash
• Headache
• Sore throat

• Cases before 1967: 200,000 per yearKidsHealth: Mumps
• Cases after 1967: Less than 1,000 per yearKidsHealth: Mumps

The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you think you have mumps, please consult your doctor.

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