Patient's question:
This morning, I noticed a lump behind my child's right ear. It's tender, warm, and painful.Doctor's answer:
Mumps is an acute respiratory infectious disease caused by the mumps virus invading the parotid glands. It is a common respiratory infection among children and adolescents, but it can also occur in adults, caused by the mumps virus. It can lead to complications such as encephalitis, which is relatively severe. Consider using red beans ground into a paste for external application as a treatment. Children have weaker immune systems, so they are more prone to developing surgical conditions. For parents, it is important not to panic and should promptly take their children to a specialized hospital for examination and treatment. Additionally, regular check-ups for the child should be conducted, and medications should be used under the guidance of a doctor.