What is mumps?
Viral infection caused by respiratory droplets
Usually self limiting and lasts around 1 week
MMR vaccine offers 80% protections against mumps
Mumps clinical presentation?
Prodrome:
Fever, muscle aches, lethargy, reduced appetite, headache, dry mouth
THEN PAROTIC GLAND SWELLING:
unilateral or bilateral
Complications of mumps?
Pancreatitis
Orchitis
Meningitis, encephalitis
Sensorineural hearing loss
How to manage mumps?
Investigate:
PCR test
Must notify public health
Tx is supportive, rest fluids and analgesia