Mumps is rapidly spreading across various districts, affecting 35 children aged 5-10 in Hamirpur town, according to Hamirpur CMO Dr RK Agnihotri. Stressing the infectious nature of the disease, Dr Agnihotri cautioned against self-medication and urged prompt medical consultation upon symptom onset. Similar cases were reported in Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana last December.
𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗠𝘂𝗺𝗽𝘀 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 ?
Mumps, caused by the mumps virus in the Paramyxovirus family, targets salivary glands, notably the parotid glands, causing swelling. It can also affect organs like the pancreas, testes, ovaries, and CNS.
𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘆𝗺𝗽𝘁𝗼𝗺𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝘂𝗺𝗽𝘀?
Mumps symptoms encompass fever, headache, muscle aches, fatigue, and swelling of salivary glands, often causing a "chipmunk cheek" appearance. Highly contagious, it spreads via respiratory droplets and surface contact.
𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁
No specific antiviral treatment exists for mumps. Focus on symptom relief and complication prevention includes rest, hydration, pain relievers, and cold or warm compresses. Isolation is crucial to prevent virus spread. MMR vaccination is the most effective preventive measure. Seek medical advice for proper diagnosis and guidance. Complications, though rare, may require specialized care, and adherence to healthcare professionals' recommendations ensures complete recovery.
𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀- Times of India
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