What is the cause of mumps in children

Mumps in children is mainly caused by viral infection, the most common of which is the mumps virus, which is transmitted through droplets, saliva, etc., and has a higher incidence rate among children and adolescents. Other possible causes include glandular inflammation caused by immune system problems, bacterial infection or facial trauma.

The occurrence of mumps is usually related to environmental factors and autoimmune status. The mumps virus invades through the respiratory tract or oral cavity. When a child's immunity is low or he is exposed to the source of infection, he is prone to the disease. For example, the lack of basic vaccinations (such as the mumps-measles-rubella triple vaccine) may make the virus easy to spread. Being in a closed space for a long time and being in contact with people who are not sick but are carrying the virus also increase the chance of infection. On a physiological level, if a child is malnourished, does not get enough rest, or is in a state of excessive fatigue, it will weaken the immune system and make the body more susceptible to viral infection. Minor trauma or long-term pressure on the facial glands may also provide conditions for mumps inflammation. For non-viral mumps, bacterial infection may also cause the disease due to poor oral hygiene or blocked salivary gland ducts.

The occurrence of mumps is usually related to environmental factors and autoimmune status. The mumps virus invades through the respiratory tract or oral cavity. When a child's immunity is low or he is exposed to the source of infection, he is prone to the disease. For example, the lack of basic vaccinations (such as the mumps-measles-rubella triple vaccine) may make the virus easy to spread. Being in a closed space for a long time and being in contact with people who are not sick but are carrying the virus also increase the chance of infection. On a physiological level, if a child is malnourished, does not get enough rest, or is in a state of excessive fatigue, it will weaken the immune system and make the body more susceptible to viral infection. Minor trauma or long-term pressure on the facial glands may also provide conditions for mumps inflammation. For non-viral mumps, bacterial infection may also cause the disease due to poor oral hygiene or blocked salivary gland ducts.

In order to prevent and deal with mumps in children, parents are advised to vaccinate their children in time, especially the mumps vaccine, which can effectively prevent infection caused by the mumps virus. Pay attention to enhancing your child's immunity, such as ensuring adequate sleep, a balanced diet, and eating more vitamin-rich foods such as oranges, carrots, spinach, etc. Teach your children to develop good hygiene habits, such as washing hands frequently, not touching the face randomly, and avoiding sharing tableware with sick children. When your child has symptoms such as swelling and pain in the parotid area accompanied by fever, please seek medical diagnosis in time to reduce the risk of complications, and follow the doctor's advice for treatment and care.