Understanding Mumps: Everything You Need to Know About This Viral Infection

06/14/24 • 6 min

Mumps is a viral infection primarily affecting the salivary glands, especially the parotid glands, which are located near the ears. It’s caused by the mumps virus, a member of the Paramyxoviridae family. The infection can cause swelling and tenderness in these glands, along with other symptoms. In this episode of mumps podcast we will explore what mumps is, how it affects the body, and the importance of vaccination in preventing it.

Join the PACE Hospitals Podcast with Dr. Navya Sri Gali - Consultant Pediatrician at PACE Hospitals, Hitech City, Hyderabad, India, to discuss what mumps is, how it spreads, and the critical role of vaccines in preventing these outbreaks.

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Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurological condition that mainly impairs movement. It results from the gradual depletion of dopamine-producing cells in the substantia nigra, a part of the brain. This loss causes various symptoms, including tremors, stiffness, slow movement, and balance issues. In this episode of Parkinson's Disease Podcast, we will look at the impact of Parkinson's on individuals and families, dispel common myths, and emphasize the necessity of early detection and management measures.

Join the PACE Hospitals Podcast with Dr Pravallika Dutta – consultant neurologist at PACE Hospitals, Hitech City, Hyderabad, India, to explore the basic principles of Parkinson's disease, including symptoms, etiology, and prevalence.

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Join the PACE Hospitals Podcast with Dr. Lakshmi Kumar Chalamarla - Senior Interventional Radiologist and Abdominal Imaging Specialist at PACE Hospitals, Hitech City, Hyderabad, India, to shed light on what PTE is, its symptoms, risk factors, and the steps we can take to treat and prevent it.