Mumps
A contagious viral infection causing swelling of the salivary glands, fever, and muscle aches.
Also known as: infectious parotitis.
Category: Infectious
Symptoms associated with Mumps
The following symptoms have been associated with Mumps in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Headache
Cephalgia, or pain sensed in various parts of the head, not confined to the area of distribution of any nerve....
Myalgia
Pain in muscle....
Poor appetite
A reduced desire to eat....
Tests used to investigate Mumps
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Mumps. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mumps?
Mumps is a health condition described in medical literature. A contagious viral infection causing swelling of the salivary glands, fever, and muscle aches.
What are the symptoms of Mumps?
Mumps is associated with 5 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Fatigue, Fever, Headache, Myalgia, Poor appetite. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Mumps diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Mumps include CBC with Differential. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Mumps, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.