What is Mumps? Mumps is a contagious viral disease that usually affects children. It is spread by the mumps virus and causes inflammation of the salivary glands, most often in the cheeks and neck. Other symptoms include fever, headache, muscle pain, fatigue, and loss of appetite. It is transmitted through oral inhalation or direct contact. In most cases, the symptoms are mild and resolve on their own. However,…
What is Measles? Measles is a highly contagious viral infection. It mostly affects children and is spread by the measles virus. Symptoms include high fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and rashes on the body. It can be prevented by vaccination; therefore, the MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine is important. The disease is transmitted by air or direct contact. Complications include pneumonia, encephalitis, and rarely death. Early diagnosis…
