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  1. #INFANT INFECTIOUS
  2. /Infectious diseases, MUMPS
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  4. occurs in unvaccinated children
  5. {incubation} period 12-21 days
  6. child unwell, often with 'flu-like' symptoms
  7. high temperature 
  8. swelling appears behind angle of jaw
  9. possible earache
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  12. difficulty opening jaw
  13. {mastication} & drinking causes painful {salivation}
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  16. Seek competent medical advice. Isolate child for 10 days after appearance of swelling. Often 1 {parotid gland} swells, followed by the opposite side a few days later.
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