Preventive measures for mumps
Sep 13, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Jiang Weimin
Introduction
Mumps is an acute respiratory infectious disease caused by the mumps virus. Preventive measures include respiratory isolation of infected individuals, who should not attend school or kindergarten and should avoid crowded places. Wearing masks when in contact with patients can help prevent infection. Mumps is a highly contagious disease that primarily affects children and adolescents, and outbreaks commonly occur in schools and kindergartens.
Nowadays, due to frequent late-night work and study habits, people experience significant negative effects on their health, leading to reduced immunity and disruptions in endocrine function. One common condition associated with such factors is mumps. So, what are the preventive measures for mumps?
Preventive Measures for Mumps
Mumps is an acute respiratory infectious disease caused by the mumps virus. Preventive measures include isolating infected individuals from others via respiratory precautions. Patients should avoid attending schools or kindergartens and stay away from crowded places. Wearing masks when in contact with patients can help prevent infection. Mumps is a highly contagious disease that primarily affects children and adolescents, making outbreaks common in schools and kindergartens. Since the virus can be shed even before symptoms appear, vaccination for susceptible populations is recommended during outbreaks in schools or kindergartens. Regularly ventilate rooms to maintain fresh air.
The main clinical symptom of mumps is swelling and pain in the salivary glands. It is best to avoid acidic foods and instead consume more liquid or semi-liquid foods such as porridge, soft rice, soft noodles, fruit purees, or fruit juice. Drink plenty of warm water and light salt water to ensure adequate hydration. It is advisable not to eat fish, shrimp, crab, or other allergenic seafood, and to avoid spicy, greasy, sweet foods and anything difficult to chew. Rinse the mouth after meals using compound borax solution or chlorhexidine mouthwash.
Patients are advised to drink plenty of water, eat easily digestible foods, avoid irritating foods, and opt for light meals whenever possible. We hope this information is helpful to you. Wishing you good health and happiness.
