10 Obnoxious Effects Of Mumps

2. Pancreatitis

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Mumps can lead to a short-term case of pancreatitis, or inflammation of the pancreas. If symptoms of abdomen pain in the upper region occurs, along with nausea and vomiting, it could be a red flag indicating pancreatitis. Some children who develop acute pancreatitis from mumps usually end up with permanent immunity. Pancreatitis affects about one in thirty cases of mumps patients. Nausea is quickly cleared up and fluids and pain medications help treat the condition.

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