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Mumps
A viral infection of the saliva glands (especially the glands behind the ears) that cause them to noticeably swell.
Dr. Geoffrey Rutledgereviewed this
Internal Medicine 41 years experience
How long it usually lasts:
Medium-term (lasts weeks to months)
How common is it?
Very rare
Very rare | Extremely rare | Very rare | Rare | Common | Very common |
| Baby0-2 | Very common | ||||
| Toddler3-5 | Very common | ||||
| Preteen6-13 | Very common | ||||
| Teenager14-18 | Very common | ||||
| Young adult19-40 | Very common | ||||
| Middle-aged adult41-60 | Very common | ||||
| Senior60+ | Very common |
How it can usually be treated?
Can be cured with medical treatment
How is it usually diagnosed?
Requires diagnosis by a medical professional
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Face
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