Mumps is a viral infection,
which affects the salivary gland called parotid glands. It is a
highly contagious virus. Once infected the patient can feel the
swelling on the parotid glands present just below and in front
of the ears. The swelling will last usually for about 7 to 9
days. Some of the symptoms associated with mumps are: fever,
sore throat, pain while swallowing and chewing and in rare cases
swelling around the ovaries for girls or testes for boys. Prior
infection usually confers lasting immunity.
Common Causes of Mumps
·Paramyxo virus
·Droplets from cough & sneezes
·Lack of immunization
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Remedies for Mumps
Tips 1:
A paste made with dry ginger powder and water is applied on the
visibly swollen parts.
