Mumps
Definition:
Mumps is an acute systemic viral infection classically manifested by inflammation of parotid glands and fever. Mortality is rare, but it is often accompanied by more serious complications such as aseptic meningitis, pediatric deafness, and orchitis.
References:
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[1]. Albert E Barskey, et al. Mumps resurgences in the United States: A historical perspective on unexpected elements. Vaccine. 2009 Oct 19;27(44):6186-95. [Content Brief]
[2]. Noni MacDonald, et al. Mumps is back: why is mumps eradication not working?. Adv Exp Med Biol. 2011;697:197-220. [Content Brief]
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