HEALTH & DISEASE A  B  C  D  E  F  G  H  I  J  K  L  M  N  O  P  Q  R  S  T  U  V  W  X  Y  Z                    HOME ABOUT CATEGORIES SITE MAP COPYRIGHT ADVERTISE CONTACT entire Web this site mumps A common viral disease causing swelling of the parotid salivary glands, and occasionally inflammation of the pancreas, an ovary, or a testis. Mild fever, headache, and malaise may precede the gland swelling. Rarely a viral meningitis and less often encephalitis complicate mumps. Very rarely a bilateral and severe testicular inflammation can cause sterility. Related category    • HEALTH AND DISEASE Also on this site: Encyclopedia of Alternative Energy & Sustainable Living Encyclopedia of History Transport Concepts & Designs (partner site) BACK TO TOP