About Mumps
Mumps is a contagious viral infection that commonly causes swelling of salivary glands near the jaw, fever, and pain while chewing.
Mumps symptoms
- jaw swelling
- fever
- pain chewing
- headache
- tiredness
Common causes of Mumps
- mumps virus
Mumps treatment options
- See a doctor for testicular pain/swelling, severe headache, neck stiffness, abdominal pain, hearing issues, or pregnancy.
Safe home care for Mumps
- isolate
- fluids
- soft food
- rest
Emergency signs for Mumps
- difficulty breathing
- chest pain
- confusion or fainting
- severe dehydration
- blood in vomit, stool, urine, or sputum
- severe abdominal pain
- high fever that does not improve
- symptoms in pregnancy, infants, elderly patients, or immunocompromised patients
Medicines related to Mumps
Ask a qualified doctor or pharmacist before using medicines for Mumps.