Question
Why don’t you feel pain or have a high fever with parotitis?
Answer
Parotitis is an acute respiratory Infectious disease caused by the mumps virus that infects the parotid glands. It is a common respiratory Infectious disease in children and adolescents. The incubation period ranges from 8 to 30 days, with an average of 18 days. The onset is usually acute, without any preceding symptoms. Symptoms may include feverishness, chills, headache, sore throat, loss of appetite, nausea, dry heaves, and general body aches. The parotid glands may swell and become painful within a few hours, with the temperature potentially reaching above 39°C. Adult patients generally have more severe symptoms. Swelling of the parotid glands is the most characteristic sign. Since each person’s constitution and resistance to disease vary, clinical manifestations may also be abnormal. It is recommended to seek active treatment.