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See Mumps Cases and Outbreaks. MMR measles, mumps, and rubella vaccine is the best way to protect against mumps. Has your young child received the MMR vaccine? Links with this icon indicate that you are leaving the CDC website. Linking to a non-federal website does not constitute an endorsement by CDC or any of its employees of the sponsors or the information and products presented on the website. You will be subject to the destination website's privacy policy when you follow the link.

CDC is not responsible for Section compliance accessibility on other federal or private website. Cancel Continue. However, if 28 days have passed since the first dose was given, a second dose may be given before the age of 4.

Health Home Conditions and Diseases. What are the symptoms of mumps? The following are the most common symptoms of mumps that may be seen in both adults and children: Discomfort in the salivary glands in the front of the neck or the parotid glands immediately in front of the ears. Difficulty chewing Pain and tenderness of the testicles Fever Headache Muscle aches Tiredness Loss of appetite The symptoms of mumps may look like other conditions or medical problems.

What complications are commonly associated with mumps? Complications of mumps happen more often among adults than children, and may include: Meningitis or encephalitis. Inflammation of one or both testicles. Inflammation of breast tissue. Inflammation of one or both parotid glands. Inflammation of one or both ovaries.

Inflammation of the pancreas. Deafness How is mumps diagnosed? The MMR vaccine is very safe and effective. Getting the MMR vaccine is much safer than getting mumps. Most people experience no side effects from the vaccine. Some people experience a mild fever or rash or achy joints for a short time. Rarely, children who get the MMR vaccine might experience a seizure caused by fever. But these seizures haven't been associated with any long-term problems.

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This content does not have an Arabic version. Overview Salivary glands Open pop-up dialog box Close. Salivary glands You have three pairs of major salivary glands — parotid, sublingual and submandibular.

Mumps Open pop-up dialog box Close. Mumps Mumps is characterized by swollen, painful salivary glands in the face, causing the cheeks to puff out.

Request an Appointment at Mayo Clinic. Share on: Facebook Twitter. Show references Kliegman RM, et al. In: Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics. Philadelphia, Pa. Accessed July 14, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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