my youngest son may have mumps, how do you tell for sure?

Question

I have taken him to the doctors, they did blood tests, tests won't be back for a week. doctorhim and me away from the public

Answer 1

You can usually see the swelling around the neck, sometimes only on one side, makes the look a bit like hamsters!!.
If he's been in contact with other kids that definately have mumps and he is feeling unwell
then get him checked out, do'nt worry, mumps is no big deal and it's better he has them now that later on in life.
If you have'nt had them yourself and he has got them then tell the doc!!

Answer 2

What are the symptoms of mumps?

Mumps usually begins with two days of discomfort and an increasing temperature. This is followed by an uncomfortable feeling in the jawbone and a swelling of the parotid glands. Often the swelling occurs unevenly, on one side of the face before the other. It is only possible to get mumps in one of the glands. The body temperature may rise to 40oC and the swelling can feel oppressive and sore. The earlobes stick out and the child's face eventually looks very swollen. The child experiences pain when opening their mouth. In mild cases the swelling may only last three to four days, but it can go on for a week or more.

Answer 3

Mumps is an acute viral illness characterized by swelling of the parotid glands, just below and in front of the ear, and at times, the salivary glands under the jaw.

People with mumps are contagious for about a week before and two weeks after the onset of symptoms, which occurs about two to three weeks after exposure

Early symptoms are uncommon but may include fever, loss of appetite, achiness, and headache. Temperature is moderately high, usually lasting for 3-4 days.

Swelling of the glands under and in front of the ear usually starts on one side and then progresses to the other side rapidly. Swelling may last from 7-10 days. Eating or drinking acidic or citric foods causes much discomfort.

Other symptoms may include testicular pain (in males), abdominal pain, seizures, stiff neck, and difficulty swallowing.

Answer 4

Painful swelling of the salivary glands (classically the parotid gland) and fever is the most typical presentation.

The more common symptoms of mumps are:

* Swelling of the parotid gland (or parotitis) in more than 90% of patients, and pain behind the lower jaw when chewing.
* Fever
* Headache
* Sore throat
* Orchitis, referring to painful inflammation of the testicle.


the symptoms are not generally severe in children. you need to have your son checked up by a doctor as soon as possible, like now, to prevent the virus from making serious damage. better safe than sorry.

Answer 5

This is not an issue to discuss about whether the act is cowardice or not. You are in the right to privacy, especially if such is true. You have the right to not discuss what your daughter went through, let alone, what you went through. Unfortunately, hiding from reality is never too good also. And by having repressed thoughts about your daughter doesn't help much when trying to put it all behind you and live for tomorrow. "Face your fears, and in turn, you will become the feared," meaning once you acknowledge the past, will you then be able to live pleasantly. Good luck, and whatever you decide to do, I wish you the best.

Answer 6

Go to the doctor

Answer 7

fever, swollen and extremely painful parotid glands (give the chipmunk cheeks)... obviously a doctor will have to confirm it, treatment is supportive... BUT your son, depending on his age, should be taken to a doctor asap as mumps can cause infertility

Answer 8

Usually, the sides of the neck below the ears get extremely sensitive & swollen. You will get a fever &/or chills. Give your child lots of liquids & very little solid or hard to digest foods. As the throat gets more sensitive, he won't want to eat anything other than ice chips, jell-o, popsicles, ice cream & yogurt.

Answer 9

Take him to a doctor, they can test to know for sure.

Answer 10

By taking him to the doctor.