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Published	10/08/2024	Mumps is a viral infection spread by {{c1::respiratory droplets }}
Published	10/08/2024	{{c1::Parotid}} gland swelling, either unilateral or bilateral, with associated {{c1::pain}} is the key feature that should make you consider {{c2::mu…
Published	10/08/2024	Complications of MUMPS {{c1::• Pancreatitis • Orchitis • Meningitis • Sensorineural hearing loss ::list 4}}
Published	10/08/2024	Management of mumps is supportive, with {{c1::rest, fluids and analgesia::list 3}}.  self limiting condition. notifiable disease, mu…
Published	10/08/2024	Mumps incubation period is 14 - 25 days. self limiting; lasts around {{c1::1 week}}. Management is supportive; treating compl…
Published	10/08/2024	Presentation of MUMPSInitially a period of flu-like symptoms known as the {{c1::prodrome}}. These symptoms occur a few days before the …
Published	10/08/2024	Mumps can also present with symptoms of the complications, such as:• Abdominal pain (specifically {{c1::pancreatitis}})• {{c1::Testicular}} pain …
Published	10/08/2024	The diagnosis of MUMPS can be confirmed using {{c1::PCR}} testing on a {{c1::saliva}} swab. This specimen can also be tested for {{c1::…
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