Question : Mumps is a viral disease that causes inflammation of:
Option 1: Parotid gland
Option 2: Sublingual gland
Option 3: Submaxillary gland
Option 4: Infra-orbital gland
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Correct Answer: Parotid gland
Solution : The correct option is the Parotid gland .
The mumps virus is one of the possible causes of the illness, making it a virus. It primarily affects the parotid glands, one of the three pairs of salivary glands located below and in front of the ears. The inflammation of these glands is a characteristic symptom of mumps, leading to swelling and tenderness in the cheek and jaw areas. This condition is known as parotitis.
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