Epidemic parotitis
Epidemic Parotitis
Epidemic parotitis, also known as mumps, is a highly contagious viral disease caused by the mumps virus. It primarily affects the parotid glands, one of three pairs of salivary glands, resulting in swelling and pain.
Pronunciation
Epidemic parotitis is pronounced as /ɛˌpɪˈdɛmɪk pəˈroʊtaɪtɪs/.
Etymology
The term "epidemic parotitis" is derived from the Greek words "epi" (upon), "demos" (people), and "parotid" (near the ear), and "itis" (inflammation). It refers to the inflammation of the parotid glands that occurs among people in an epidemic form.
Symptoms
The primary symptom of epidemic parotitis is swelling of the parotid glands. Other symptoms may include fever, headache, muscle aches, tiredness, and loss of appetite.
Transmission
Epidemic parotitis is transmitted from person to person through direct contact with saliva or respiratory droplets from the mouth, nose, or throat of an infected person.
Prevention and Treatment
Prevention of epidemic parotitis is primarily through vaccination with the mumps vaccine. Treatment is supportive and focuses on relieving symptoms.
Related Terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Epidemic parotitis
- Wikipedia's article - Epidemic parotitis
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