Filatov's disease

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Filatov's disease, also known as Mumps, is a highly contagious viral disease caused by the mumps virus. It primarily affects the salivary glands, particularly the parotid glands. The disease is named after Dmitri Iosifovich Filatov, a Russian pediatrician who made significant contributions to the study of this disease.

Symptoms and Signs[edit | edit source]

The initial symptoms of Filatov's disease include fever, muscle pain, headache, and feeling tired. This is followed by swelling of one or both parotid glands. Symptoms typically occur 16 to 18 days after exposure and resolve after 7 to 10 days. Complications may include inflammation of the testicles, meningitis, inflammation of the pancreas, and deafness.

Cause[edit | edit source]

Filatov's disease is caused by the mumps virus, a RNA virus from the family Paramyxoviridae. It is spread from person to person through respiratory droplets or direct contact with an infected person.

Diagnosis[edit | edit source]

Diagnosis is usually based on symptoms and can be confirmed by testing the blood for the virus or antibodies.

Treatment[edit | edit source]

There is no specific treatment for Filatov's disease. Pain can be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers, and drinking plenty of fluids can help relieve symptoms. In severe cases, hospitalization may be required.

Prevention[edit | edit source]

Prevention is primarily through vaccination with the MMR vaccine (measles, mumps, and rubella). The vaccine is generally safe and effective.

Epidemiology[edit | edit source]

Filatov's disease is common in many parts of the world, particularly in areas with low vaccination rates. Outbreaks can occur at any time but are most common in winter and spring.

History[edit | edit source]

The disease was first described by Filatov in 1887. The mumps vaccine was introduced in the 1960s, which has significantly reduced the number of cases.

See also[edit | edit source]

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