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Definition of Mumps
1. Noun. An acute contagious viral disease characterized by fever and by swelling of the parotid glands.
Definition of Mumps
1. n. Sullenness; silent displeasure; the sulks.
Definition of Mumps
1. mump [v] - See also: mump
Medical Definition of Mumps
1. An infectious acute viral disease affecting the parotid glands. The gonads, meninges and pancreas can also be affected. The causative agent is a paramyxovirus. Humans are the only natural host for this disease. Common symptoms include weakness, fever, sore throat, malaise and puffiness to the cheeks (due to parotid gland swelling). Patients are contagious 1 day prior to the onset of swelling until the swelling is gone. Recovery is generally in 2 weeks. (27 Sep 1997)
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