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Question: I am 59 years old, and am getting over the flu. My parotid gland started aching last night. This morn
ing it is very swollen and tender. No fever yet. Could it be Mumps?
ing it is very swollen and tender. No fever yet. Could it be Mumps?
Brief Answer:
Yes it seems to be mumps-a viral infection of parotid gland!!!
Detailed Answer:
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yes it seems to be the viral infection of parotid gland. You need to consult a Physician for proper evaluation and management.
To guide you better about the disease, I want to add, this is a viral infection of parotid gland which is located below and in front of the ear. As for every viral disease ,it also has flu like symptoms. It is usually self limiting disease and antivirals are needed to be given very less often.
Mostly patient is kept on conservative management like ACETAMINOPHEN for pain and inflammation relief. Plenty of fluids are recommended. keep a balanced diet and take proper rest.
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DR. XXXXXXX HANIF
USA
Yes it seems to be mumps-a viral infection of parotid gland!!!
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for consulting at my virtual clinic!
I have carefully worked through your case, and can well realize your health worries. Being your physician, I will take care all of your medical concerns today and will put my best efforts to get you out of this situation.
yes it seems to be the viral infection of parotid gland. You need to consult a Physician for proper evaluation and management.
To guide you better about the disease, I want to add, this is a viral infection of parotid gland which is located below and in front of the ear. As for every viral disease ,it also has flu like symptoms. It is usually self limiting disease and antivirals are needed to be given very less often.
Mostly patient is kept on conservative management like ACETAMINOPHEN for pain and inflammation relief. Plenty of fluids are recommended. keep a balanced diet and take proper rest.
Hope I answered all of your questions. Let me know if you have further clinical concerns or doubts. I will be more than happy to get back to you with my expert opinion. Please don't forget to give rating (5 stars if agreed) and write a review to help me assist my patients in a better way; and, please click on 'Close This Discussion'.
For any disease you have, a timely follow-up is very necessary regarding the treatment efficacy and to see if there is a need to change the treatment options. So keep a follow up to see how you doing (Always write down my name in the start of your questions at this forum & I will be with you in no time).
Regards!
DR. XXXXXXX HANIF
USA
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