How to Treat Mumps?
Medical Treatment:
- There are no medications to treat the mumps virus
- Mumps treatment focuses on relieving symptoms until the immune system of your body fights off the infection
- Usually, the infection passes within one or two weeks. During this time, do the following things may help:
- Take plenty of bed rest (until your symptoms have passed)
- Take over-the-counter painkillers, such as paracetamol or ibuprofen, to relieve any pain
- Do not give aspirin to children under the age of 16
- Drink plenty of fluids (water is best)
- Avoid acidic drinks such as fruit juice as these can irritate your parotid glands
- Use a warm or cool compress to reduce any pain in your swollen glands
- Eat foods that do not require a lot of chewing (like soup, mashed potatoes, and scrambled eggs)
- You should see your GP if your symptoms are suddenly worsening, or do not improve after 7 days