Treatment of acute mumps in children

Acute mumps in children requires comprehensive treatment measures based on the severity of symptoms, including medication, symptomatic care, and daily diet. It is very important to seek medical attention promptly to prevent worsening of the condition or complications.

1. Medication

Drug therapy is the main means of relieving the symptoms of acute mumps in children, which is used to reduce inflammation, reduce fever and relieve pain:

- Antiviral drugs: If it is caused by a viral infection, antiviral drugs such as ribavirin or acyclovir can be used under the guidance of a doctor to alleviate the symptoms caused by viral replication.

-Antipyretic and analgesic drugs: For high fever and parotid swelling and pain, you can take acetaminophen or ibuprofen to reduce fever and relieve pain. The dosage of the drug must be strictly followed according to the doctor's instructions.

- Antibiotic treatment: If accompanied by bacterial infection or secondary infection, amoxicillin clavulanate potassium or cephalosporin antibiotics can be used for antibacterial treatment.

The use of drugs should be decided after diagnosis by a professional physician and should not be purchased at will.

2. Symptomatic care measures

Daily care plays an important role in relieving inflammation and speeding up recovery:

- Local hot compress: Using a warm towel to apply to the parotid gland can effectively promote glandular discharge and relieve swelling and pain symptoms.

-Keep the environment clean: Avoid children from being exposed to cold wind and environmental stimulation, and pay attention to maintaining the humidity in the room to relieve the discomfort caused by excessive dryness.

- Get enough rest: Ensure that children reduce their activities and get enough rest. At the same time, avoid going out and contact with other children to reduce the risk of virus transmission.

3. Diet adjustment

A healthy diet can help reduce the discomfort of mumps:

-Easily digestible diet: You can choose soft foods such as rice porridge, millet porridge and egg custard to avoid stimulating the parotid gland and increasing the burden.

-Avoid acidic and spicy foods: Acidic foods such as oranges and lemons will stimulate the secretion of salivary glands and increase swelling and pain; condiments such as chili peppers can easily cause cheek pain.

-Drink more warm water: Maintaining adequate water intake is beneficial to the excretion of metabolic products and can also relieve dehydration caused by fever.

4. Medical intervention in special circumstances

For a small number of patients, mumps symptoms are severe and complications such as meningitis and pancreatitis occur, requiring immediate hospitalization. Doctors may take the following interventions:

- Intravenous infusion: replenish fluids for children with persistent high fever to improve the body's water and electrolyte balance;

-Surgical drainage: If the parotid gland becomes suppurated or develops an abscess, surgical drainage is required to relieve the pressure of the infection;

-Other supportive treatments: Meningitis and other complex complications require combination of hormone therapy, immunotherapy, etc.

Effective treatment and care for acute mumps in children can help quickly eliminate discomfort and prevent the risk of complications. Parents must take their children to the doctor in time after discovering symptoms, and treat them reasonably according to the doctor's advice. At the same time, they should pay attention to diet and care adjustments and fully cooperate to ensure the child's rapid recovery and long-term health.