Viral inflammation of the parotid gland is commonly associated with:
Correct answer: A. Mumps
- A. Mumps
- B. Small pox
- C. Herpes simplex
- D. Influenza
Explanation
Mumps belongs to the group of paramyxoviruses. It is highly contagious, and this disease causes painful swelling of the parotid glands. Mumps is a viral infection caused by the mumps virus. It can cause swelling of the salivary glands, which are located near the jaw, and can lead to swelling of the cheeks. While mumps doesn't cause skin lesions, the swelling of the salivary glands can give the appearance of facial lesions. The other three options have diseases with different symptoms.
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