Mumps Symptoms
Do you have any symptoms of Mumps? Do you even know what they are? Learn more about each symptom of this condition below and what to do if you think you may have Mumps.
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Symptoms of Mumps
About one third of cases have no symptoms at all. Symptoms often occur 2-3 weeks after exposure to the virus.
Mumps may cause:
- Painful swelling of the parotid glands (under the cheeks and jaw)
- Fever
- Pharyngitis/Tonsillopharyngitis
- Headache
- Stiff neck
- Nausea and vomiting
- Drowsiness
Other areas may also be affected, such as:
- Swelling and pain under the tongue, jaw, or front of the chest
- In males: painful inflammation of the testicles
- In females: inflammation of the ovaries, which results in pain or tenderness in the abdomen
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