HOW SERIOUS IS MUMPS OUTBREAK IN KERALA? KNOW SYMPTOMS AND MORE

In Kelara, the infectious viral disease known as mumps, which often affects youngsters, has been on the rise for the past few months. Mumps typically affects the glands on both sides of the face. Though the mumps can affect any area of the body, it primarily affects the parotid glands

Symptoms of mumps include: Swelling on one or both sides of the face, Tenderness and pain surrounding swelling, Ear ache, Body ache, Headache, Low-grade fever, Loss of appetite, Weakness.

The upper respiratory tract is where the mumps virus replicates, and it can spread from person to person by direct touch, saliva, or airborne droplets from an infected individual.

The greatest defense against the mumps and its related problems is vaccination. The combination MMR or MMRV vaccines include the mumps vaccination.

The mumps does not have a specific medicine. Therapy aids in the relief of pain and other ailments. Getting enough sleep is essential for a faster recovery. To manage symptoms, people need to consult a doctor, consume easy-to-chew food, remain hydrated, and apply ice packs to reduce swelling.