Is aloe vera effective in treating mumps?

The impact of mumps is relatively large. Some people think that aloe vera is more effective in treating mumps. In fact, this method only reduces and relieves local pain and cannot cure it. Attention should be paid to symptomatic treatment, correction of water and electrolytes, and correct selection of antibacterial drugs.

1. Suppurative parotitis

(1) Treat the cause and correct the balance of water, electrolytes, and acid and base.

(2) Select effective antimicrobial drugs and empirically use large doses of penicillin or first- and second-generation cephalosporins and other anti-Gram-positive cocci antibiotics. Take pus from the parotid duct orifice for bacterial culture and drug sensitivity, and adjust sensitive antibiotics based on drug sensitivity.

(3) Other conservative treatments: hot compress, physical therapy, external application, etc. can be used in the early stages of inflammation. Mouthwashes such as sodium bicarbonate solution and Oral can help control inflammation.

(4) When conservative medical treatment is ineffective and the disease develops into suppuration, incision and drainage are required.

2. Mumps

(1) Isolation and bed rest until the parotid swelling completely subsides. Pay attention to oral hygiene, avoid acidic foods, and ensure fluid intake.

(2) Symptomatic treatment is the main approach; antibiotics are ineffective. Ribavirin can be tried. There are reports that interferon seems to be effective.

(3) There is no definite effect of adrenal cortical hormone treatment. It can be considered for short-term use in severe cases or complications such as meningoencephalitis, myocarditis, etc.

(4) Local irradiation with helium-neon laser in the treatment of mumps has a certain effect on relieving pain and swelling.

(5) Male adult patients should use diethylstilbestrol in the early stages of the disease to prevent the occurrence of orchitis.

(6) Traditional Chinese Medicine: For internal use, the Puji Xiaodu Yin prescription is used as the main prescription, with modifications based on symptoms. For local application, you can use Zijin Tablet or Qingdai Powder mixed with vinegar and apply it externally once a day.