Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Can you tell me about mumps - how long do they last?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
7 to 10 days: Parotid swelling, the most common manifestation, subsides within 7 to 10 days. Orchitis (swelling and tenderness of testicle) usually lasts for 3 to 7 days.
Answered 7/15/2014
3.9k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
I had dry socket about 2 days after getting a tooth extracted last wednesday my dentist cleaned the area and packed it 2 days agoo how long is the swelling in my face and neck going to last i look like I have the mumps and I am still in a lot of pain?
3 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
A member asked:
My wife has swollen jaw, 102 fever, backache and has had one vomiting last night. Took penicillin antibiotic. Is it mumps? She has pain in swollen jaw
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
People also searched for:
Can you tell me exactly when is it safe to be around people after having mumps?
My mother was diagnosed with mumps. Can you tell me about it?
My right testis is two times bigger than the other. I had mumps last week. It feels hard. What is my condition?
My wife was diagnosed with mumps last week. I didnt have munps as a child. since yesterday I am experiencing pain in testicles which concerns me. Can mumps be diagnosed at this stage or do I need to wait?
Can you tell me what you suggest if im vaccinated for MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) can I still pass the mumps onto others?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
