{"id":62325,"date":"2024-05-02T15:17:01","date_gmt":"2024-05-02T09:47:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/?p=62325"},"modified":"2024-05-07T16:57:28","modified_gmt":"2024-05-07T11:27:28","slug":"mumps-whats-causing-the-surge-in-delhi-how-to-protect-yourself","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/mumps-whats-causing-the-surge-in-delhi-how-to-protect-yourself\/","title":{"rendered":"Mumps: What&#8217;s Causing the Surge in Delhi &#038; How to Protect Yourself?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-62327\" title=\"Mumps: What's Causing the Surge in Delhi &amp; How to Protect Yourself?\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Mumps-pain-1024x577.jpg\" alt=\" Mumps-pain\" width=\"700\" height=\"394\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Mumps-pain-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Mumps-pain-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Mumps-pain-768x433.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Mumps-pain-150x85.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Mumps-pain.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In recent months, Delhi has witnessed a concerning rise in mumps cases among children and young adults, raising alarms among health authorities and the public alike.<\/p>\n<p><strong>In addition to unvaccinated children, pregnant women are also vulnerable to infection. There&#8217;s an elevated risk, especially during the first trimester, which may lead to miscarriage, says experts.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>As the city grapples with this uptick, it becomes crucial for individuals to familiarize themselves with the symptoms, causes, prevention strategies, and available treatments for mumps.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is Mumps?<br \/>\n<\/strong>-Mumps is a contagious viral infection. It causes pain, tenderness, and swelling in one or both parotid salivary glands (cheek and jaw area) [1].<br \/>\n-It is caused by the mumps virus, which is typically spread through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks.<br \/>\n-The virus can also be transmitted through direct contact with contaminated surfaces or objects. Once contracted, the virus incubates for about two weeks before symptoms start to appear.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How Will You Know You Have Mumps?<br \/>\n<\/strong>The hallmark symptom of mumps is swollen and tender salivary glands, usually near the ears or jaw. Typically, swelling reaches its peak within 1 to 3 days before gradually reducing over the following week[1].<\/p>\n<p>Other common symptoms include:<br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">-Low-grade fever for 3 to 4 days<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">-Headache<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">-Muscle aches<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">-Fatigue<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">-Loss of appetite<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">-Pain while chewing or swallowing<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong style=\"font-size: 14px;\">Note:<\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"> In some cases, mumps can lead to complications such as meningitis, encephalitis, hearing loss, or orchitis (inflammation of the testicles in males).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>According to a renowned pediatrician Dr. Megha Kadam, Neonatology &amp; Paediatrics Dept. at Aster Hospital, Bangalore, \u201cRegular gargling with salt water can help relieve pain and swelling of the salivary glands. She further emphasized the importance of vaccines to prevent Mumps.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Why Are Cases On The Rise?<\/strong><br \/>\nThe surge in mumps cases can be attributed to various factors, including:<br \/>\n<strong>a. Incomplete Immunization:<\/strong> Insufficient vaccination coverage or incomplete immunization schedules leave individuals susceptible to mumps infection.<br \/>\n<strong>b. Waning Immunity:<\/strong> With growing age, immunity may decrease, leaving individuals susceptible to the virus.<br \/>\n<strong>c. Close Contact:<\/strong> According to Pediatricians, mumps spread rapidly in crowded environments, such as schools, colleges, and residential areas, where close contact facilitates transmission.<br \/>\n<strong>d. Lack of Awareness:<\/strong> Misinformation or lack of awareness about mumps symptoms, transmission, and preventive measures may contribute to its spread.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is There A Way To Prevent It?<br \/>\n<\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">Preventing mumps relies on a combination of vaccination, hygiene practices, and awareness [1,2]:<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><strong>a. Don\u2019t Miss the MMR Vaccine:<\/strong> The most effective preventive measure against mumps is vaccination. The MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine gives immunity against mumps.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Two doses are recommended:<br \/>\nThe first dose at age 12 to 15 months<br \/>\nThe second dose at age 4 to 6 years<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><strong>*Note:<\/strong> The mumps vaccine is a live attenuated virus and should not be administered to pregnant women and women should wait 4 weeks after MMR vaccination to become pregnant [3].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">Mumps in Vaccinated People<br \/>\n<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">-People can still get and spread mumps even with one or two MMR vaccine doses [1].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>But does that mean the vaccine isn&#8217;t effective? No<br \/>\n<\/strong>-Vaccine effectiveness is measured by comparing mumps rates between vaccinated and unvaccinated groups. Typically during outbreaks, unvaccinated individuals have higher mumps rates than the ones vaccinated.<br \/>\n-Vaccinated people also tend to have milder symptoms and fewer complications.<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">Alarming Note!<br \/>\n<\/span><\/strong><strong style=\"font-size: 14px;\">MMR has not been included in the Universal Immunization Programme (UIP) due to the low mortality rate of mumps.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><strong>b. Hygiene is Must:<\/strong> Practicing good hygiene, such as frequent handwashing with soap and water, covering mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing, and avoiding sharing utensils or drinks, can help reduce the risk of mumps transmission.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><strong>c. Isolation Helps:<\/strong> Individuals diagnosed with mumps should isolate themselves from others, especially in crowded settings, until they are no longer contagious (about five days after the onset of symptoms).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">Can Mumps Be Treated?<br \/>\n<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">While there is no specific antiviral treatment for mumps, supportive care can help alleviate symptoms and prevent complications [2]:<br \/>\n<\/span><strong style=\"font-size: 14px;\">a. Take Complete Rest:<\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"> Getting plenty of rest allows the body to fight off the infection more effectively.<br \/>\n<\/span><strong style=\"font-size: 14px;\">b. Consider Pain Relief Medications:<\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"> Fever and pain when troublesome can be brought down using Paracetamol (10-15mg\/kg\/day SOS or every 4-6 hours). Always consult your pediatrician before giving any medications to your child.<br \/>\n<\/span><strong style=\"font-size: 14px;\">c. Stay Well Hydrated:<\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"> Drinking plenty of fluids helps prevent dehydration, especially if fever is present. Avoid acidic juices like orange or lime juice as they can worsen the pain.<br \/>\n<\/span><strong style=\"font-size: 14px;\">d. Follow A Soft Diet:<\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"> Consuming soft foods that require minimal chewing can ease discomfort caused by swollen glands.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong style=\"font-size: 14px;\">Key Takeaways<br \/>\n<\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">-Mumps is a viral infection caused by the paramyxovirus and is highly contagious.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">-It causes painful swelling of the salivary glands located beneath the ears.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">-Mumps is preventable through the MMR vaccine and with good hygiene practices.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">-Treatment is supportive care for each presenting symptom. Rest, a simple diet, pain relief medications, and cold or warm compresses for swelling are beneficial.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">-Mumps being a viral infection, antibiotics play no role.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>(The article is written by\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/editorial-policy-processes\/monalisa-deka-18\"><em>Monalisa Deka, Senior Health Content Editor<\/em><\/a>)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">References<br \/>\n<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">1. CDC. Mumps. Available online: https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/mumps\/hcp.html#:~:text=Mumps%20usually%20involves%20pain%2C%20tenderness,the%20ear%20up%20and%20out.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">2. Brenda L. Tesini. Mumps. MSD Manual. 2023. Available online: https:\/\/www.msdmanuals.com\/en-in\/home\/children-s-health-issues\/common-viral-infections-in-infants-and-children\/mumps#Prognosis_v819184<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">3. Davison P, Morris J. Mumps. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing. 2024. Available online: https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK534785\/<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-62327\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Mumps-pain-1024x577.jpg\" alt=\"\nMumps-pain\" title=\"Mumps: What's Causing the Surge in Delhi &#038; How to Protect Yourself?\" width=\"700\" height=\"394\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Mumps-pain-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Mumps-pain-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Mumps-pain-768x433.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Mumps-pain-150x85.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Mumps-pain.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[27],"tags":[216,494,199],"class_list":["post-62325","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-health-a-z","tag-childcare","tag-healthy","tag-vaccines"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v25.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Mumps: What&#039;s Causing the Surge in Delhi &amp; How to Protect Yourself? 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