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Parotitis - am I contagious?
Today I was diagnosed with parotitis. It is an early stage with only one side mild swelling of jaw. Am I contagious?
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Parotitis if it is viral infection caused by mumps virus , is contagious, and if it is unilateral it may b duct obstruction, kindly do consult your ENT doctor for further evaluation,
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Maintain proper hygiene, do cold or warm compressions , analgesics for pain relief and plenty of fluids and soft food
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Needs to be evaluated.
Do consult.
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Need few more details
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Yes, parotitis, also known as mumps, is highly contagious. It's caused by the mumps virus and spreads through:
1. Direct contact with infected saliva, mucus, or urine.
2. Airborne transmission (coughing, sneezing).
3. Contaminated surfaces or objects.
Health Tips
1. Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids
2. Avoid Irritants: Spicy, acidic, or sharp foods
3. Soft Foods: Opt for smooth, easy-to-swallow foods.
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Dr. Vamshi Krishna Koppula
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Karimnagar
Yess it’s contagious through droplet infection
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Dr. Zaheer Ahmad
General Physician
9 yrs exp
Bareilly
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Dr. Bhavya Sri Mothiki
Pulmonologist
5 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Yes, parotitis maybe contagious if it is caused by mumps virus. However mumps usually causes bilateral parotitis. If your swelling is still unilateral, it can be due to blocked duct.
Next Steps
kindly consult a ent surgeon or a general surgeon for a complete oral examination to evaluate the cause of your parotitis
Health Tips
it is better to maintain personal protective hygiene for you and your family members, if the cause is infectious
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Dr. Shaikh Huzaif
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Aurangabad
Please consult
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Dr. Sanghpriya Gautam
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Delhi
Connect please
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Dr. Sachin Bhiwaji Sanap
General Practitioner
7 yrs exp
Hingoli
need more information
kindly consult
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Aditya Prasad Padhy
Urologist
12 yrs exp
Bhubaneswar
Connect with a call for details discussion regarding the disease and it's management
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Dr. Shivam Mishra
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Mumbai
Yes, parotitis, commonly known as mumps, is highly contagious. It is caused by the mumps virus and can spread in several ways:
1. Direct contact with infected saliva, mucus, or urine.
2. Airborne transmission through coughing or sneezing.
3. Contact with contaminated surfaces or objects.
To manage your symptoms, I recommend the following tips:
1. Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids.
2. Avoid irritants such as spicy, acidic, or sharp foods.
3. Opt for soft foods that are easy to swallow.
For a better evaluation and personalized treatment plan, please consult me directly or feel free to reach out via WhatsApp at eight hundred nine eight two one three three two.
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Dr. Anubha Singh
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Jhansi
If you require assistance or have any health concerns, feel free to reach out for a consultation. Your well-being is my priority, and i'm here to support you on your health journey.
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Dr. Mohd Abrar
Sexologist
14 yrs exp
Srinagar
No
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Dr. Pawan Kumar Dutta
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Delhi
If it is due to infections like mumps then it is contagious.
Health Tips
stay isolated,
stay hydrated
take analgesics
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