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A 26-year-old female asked:

Can having mumps twice as a child have affected my fertility i know it can effect men but does it affect women?

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Dr. Sameer Guptaanswered

Medical Oncology 20 years experience

Less Likley : Even for men- problems with fertility occur if mumps occurs later in life (typically).

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Dr. Kenneth Crabbanswered

Obstetrics & Gynecology 48 years experience

Probably not: I am not aware of a case on infertility in women from mumps.

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Dr. Thomas Lyonsanswered

Gynecology 46 years experience

Not Likely: Mumps is not known to cause fertility problems in women.

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Dr. Sathish Adigopulaanswered

Pediatrics 22 years experience

Yes, possible: Oopheritis (swelling of ovaries) caused by mumps and may cause infertility.

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