Patient's question:
Why didn't I have pain or fever when I got mumps?History of treatment and effectiveness: On the first day, there was a little pain and swelling, but it gradually subsided.
What kind of assistance do you need: Why do my classmates have pain and fever while I don't?
Doctor's answer:
Mumps virus, which attacks the parotid glands and causes acute respiratory infection, is a common respiratory illness among children and adolescents. The incubation period of mumps ranges from 8 to 30 days, with an average of 18 days. The onset is usually abrupt, without prodromal symptoms. Symptoms include fever, chills, headache, sore throat, poor appetite, nausea, vomiting, and body aches. The parotid glands become swollen and painful within a few hours, gradually becoming more pronounced, with temperatures reaching above 39°C. Adult patients generally experience more severe symptoms. The swelling of the parotid glands is the most characteristic feature. Because everyone's physical constitution is different and their resistance to the disease varies, the clinical manifestations may also be abnormal. It is recommended to seek active treatment.