Mumps

A highly contagious viral infection communicable through droplets, mumps is typically caused by the enlargement of one or more of the salivary glands. These glands are located on either side of the face, and below the ears.

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Mumps - Causes - Symptoms - Diagnosis And Treatment - FAQs
Mumps is a contagious viral infection that typically causes a painful swelling of one or more of the salivary gland. Mumps most commonly occurs in children aged 2-12 years who have not been vaccinated against the disease. However, it can occur at any age. It was a common childhood disease before the development of the mumps vaccine (MMR vaccine)... Read More

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