Mumps
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If a child or adult has painful swelling of the salivary glands near the cheeks and jaw, it could be mumps. Mumps, or parotitis, is a contagious viral infection that mainly affects the parotid glands.
Which specialist treats it? The pediatrician is usually the first point of reference in childhood; depending on the case, the infectious disease specialist, the otolaryngologist, or the pediatric nephrologist may get involved when complications are suspected.
Common symptoms: swelling on one or both sides of the face, pain when chewing or swallowing, fever, and general discomfort.
When should you seek care? It is reasonable to consult with the characteristic swelling or if additional discomfort arises. A professional evaluation helps confirm the picture and clarify questions about contagion.
Data on 168 doctors who treat mumps
Which specialist treats mumps?
Mumps should be treated by a pediatrician, who identifies the swelling of the salivary glands and monitors its progress; an otolaryngologist (ENT doctor) may be involved if there are complications in the head and neck area.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in mumps
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. José Miguel López Zepeda
Dr. Patrick Pendavis Heksner
Dr. Gerardo Arturo Nava Fuentes
Dr. Gerardo Arturo Nava Fuentes
Dr. Juan Carlos Zepeda Vilagrana
Dr. Alberto Martinez Matuk
Dr. Pedro Silva Sanchez
Dr. Alfredo Delgado
Dr. Perla Santiago Garduza
Dr. José Augusto Ortíz Mortera
Dr. Jose Carlos Licea Blanco
Dr. Amadeo Cervantes López
Dr. Adriana Miron Poumian
Dr. Kuautemok Reyes Santos
Dr. José Felipe Jaramillo Canales
Dr. Rafael Barron Ramirez
Dr. Maximiliano Elguezábal Mendoza
Dr. Paulina Matesanz Hernandez
Frequently asked questions
What is mumps?
If a child or adult has painful swelling of the salivary glands near the cheeks and jaw, it could be mumps. Mumps, or parotitis, is a contagious viral infection that mainly affects the parotid glands.
Which doctor treats mumps?
Mumps should be treated by a pediatrician, who identifies the swelling of the salivary glands and monitors its progress; an otolaryngologist (ENT doctor) may be involved if there are complications in the head and neck area.