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My jaws on both sides are very swollen and very very hard. They are tender to touch and a little sore. They hurt when I open my mouth very wide. I had mumps on both sides when I was 3 in 1963. I was at the doctor Friday and they have had me quarantined at home, but really have no idea what is going on.
As per your complain Mumps also known as "Epidemic Parotitis" is a VIRAL infection and it can affect either one side or both sides Parotid glands which are major salivary glands leading to the above explained symptoms..
Although mumps generally occurs once only and recurrence symptoms are milder than the previous infection.. So it can be probably a recurrence of mumps..
There is no exact treatment for mumps and only symptomatic relief can be provided.. For pain you can take Acetaminophen or tylenol for relief.. Doing cold compresses can be relieving.. Take plenty of fluids which can include water,fruit juices,soups etc.. Take a soft and nutritious diet.. Take sufficient rest..
In case if the symptoms persist for more than 10 days without any relief you should consult a physician..
Hope this information helps..
Thanks and regards.. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.
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What Causes Hard And Swollen Jaws?
Hi.. Can understand your concern.. As per your complain Mumps also known as Epidemic Parotitis is a VIRAL infection and it can affect either one side or both sides Parotid glands which are major salivary glands leading to the above explained symptoms.. Although mumps generally occurs once only and recurrence symptoms are milder than the previous infection.. So it can be probably a recurrence of mumps.. There is no exact treatment for mumps and only symptomatic relief can be provided.. For pain you can take Acetaminophen or tylenol for relief.. Doing cold compresses can be relieving.. Take plenty of fluids which can include water,fruit juices,soups etc.. Take a soft and nutritious diet.. Take sufficient rest.. In case if the symptoms persist for more than 10 days without any relief you should consult a physician.. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards.. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.