How is mumps treated?

Written by Huang Kun Mei

Pediatrics

Updated on September 13, 2024

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Mumps is generally caused by a viral infection and requires antiviral treatment for the child. Mumps can easily lead to fever or orchitis in boys, among other things, so it is crucial to take it seriously.

It is recommended to isolate the child and avoid crowded places to prevent the spread of the infection. Ensure that the child consumes a nutrient-rich diet, including fresh vegetables and fruits such as kiwi and broccoli. Viral mumps generally affects both sides and is quite contagious, so it is essential to avoid going out and to isolate to prevent infection.

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Is mumps contagious?

Mumps may be contagious as it is often caused by infection with the mumps virus. Initially, the virus can spread through daily activities, especially through close contact, infecting others. This rate of contagion and incidence is relatively higher among children and adolescents. In terms of treatment, it is advised to undergo a parotid gland ultrasound and a routine blood test. If it is determined to be an acute bacterial infection, antibiotics should be considered. If it is a viral infection causing inflammation, antiviral medications should be considered. Additionally, topical ointments including traditional Chinese medicine or herbal remedies may be applied externally to reduce swelling, kill bacteria, and disinfect. (Please use medications under the guidance of a professional physician and do not self-medicate.)

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best method to treat mumps

The best treatment for mumps mainly depends on the specific condition of the child. If it is bacterial mumps, give the child some anti-infection drugs for treatment, and if there is suppuration, antibacterial treatment is necessary, along with standardized treatment. There is also epidemic mumps. If it is epidemic mumps, it is necessary to apply topical medications and timely administer oral antiviral drugs to the child because epidemic mumps is a self-healing infectious disease. Pay attention to a light, easily digestible diet, and avoid giving the child spicy and greasy foods.

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Can hot compresses be used to reduce swelling in mumps?

Patients with mumps can use hot compresses as an adjunct treatment, but hot compresses usually do not reduce swelling. Mumps is generally caused by bacterial or viral infections, so the local swelling is not directly related to the patient's stagnation of blood. Although hot compresses can alleviate some pain, they cannot invigorate the blood and dissipate blood stasis; therefore, they do not effectively reduce swelling. It is recommended that patients with viral mumps undergo antiviral treatment, while those with bacterial mumps should receive anti-inflammatory treatment. Additionally, during treatment, it is important to ensure proper isolation to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.

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Treatment methods for children's mumps

Mumps currently has no specific antiviral treatment; treatment is primarily symptomatic. It is important to maintain oral cleanliness, provide a light diet, avoid acidic foods, and drink plenty of water. For symptoms such as high fever and headache, or concurrent inflammation of the testicles, antipyretic analgesics should be administered. Traditional Chinese medicine treatments often involve clearing heat and detoxifying, softening hardness and relieving pain. Common treatments include modified Puji Xiaodu Yin taken orally or Qing Dai mixed with vinegar applied topically. Under medical guidance, ribavirin can be used in the early stages of the disease, administered intravenously at a dose of 10 to 15 milligrams per kilogram of body weight per day, with a treatment course of 5 to 7 days. Corticosteroids may be used for severe cases for a short course of three to five days.

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The contagious period of mumps is how many days?

Mumps is contagious and is mainly caused by viral mumps, also known as epidemic mumps. It is caused by the mumps virus, an acute respiratory infectious disease, and is mainly transmitted through droplets. The main patients are school-age children. The contagious period of mumps is generally about 2 to 3 weeks, during which it is highly contagious and requires isolation and treatment. Since the viral infection in the patient's body starts a few days before the symptoms appear, and is contagious until the swelling of the parotid glands subsides, isolation is advisable within 2 to 3 weeks.