Symptoms and Treatment of Mumps
Disease description:
My parotid gland is severely swollen. After examination, it was diagnosed as parotid gland inflammation (parotitis). I would like to ask the doctor about the symptoms and treatment for parotitis.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Mumps, commonly known as "epidemic parotitis," is an acute infectious disease caused by the mumps virus and primarily affects children and adolescents. Its main symptoms include:
The primary symptoms of mumps are localized swelling and pain in the parotid glands, loss of appetite, and may be accompanied by general symptoms such as fever, headache, and malaise. Treatment methods include medication therapy, physical therapy, and daily care:
1. Medication therapy: Depending on the type of mumps (e.g., epidemic, bacterial, autoimmune), antiviral drugs, antibiotics, or hormones may be used for treatment.
2. Physical therapy: Such as infrared therapy, to promote local blood circulation and help reduce swelling.
3. Daily care: Maintain good oral hygiene, avoid consuming irritating foods, get plenty of rest, and adjust lifestyle and作息 habits.
If you or your child is suspected of having mumps, consult a doctor immediately for diagnosis and appropriate treatment recommendations.
