Which of the following is true of mumps ?
Correct Answer: Menigoencephalitis can precede parotitis
Description: Ans. is 'c' i.e., Meningoencephalitis can precede parotitis "Aseptic meningitis may develop before, during, after or in the absence of parotitis." About other options o Mainly parotid glands are involved, but sublingual and submaxillary glands may also be involved. o Patient is infectious 4-6 days before the onset of swelling. Sterility after mumps orchitis is rare.
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