Mumps is a viral disease which is common in children less than 15 years of age . Among 100,000 infected people it is responsible for death of almost 100-1000 people . Normally it occurs in the winter season . A person who suffers one gets life long immunity . And thus can not get the disease again . It is more dangerous in adults as compared to children .
CAUSES
It is cause by mumps virus
This virus spreads through
Coughing
Sneezing
Sputum
From one person to an other
Fever
Pain in the ear
Difficulty in chewing
Sore throat
Headache
Dry mouth
Aches and pains
Anorexia
PREVENTION
Clean your teeth regularly
Give children diet rich in carbohydrates
Keep the effected person away from the others
Vaccinate children against rubella
Maintain cleanliness
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