Epidemic parotitis is considered a dangerous ailment for the male reproductive system. Pathology causes a number of various complications. The most unpleasant is the possible infertility. For this reason, each patient should know how quickly to recognize the development of this disease.
Characteristics of dangerous pathology
The epidemic form of mumps is a virus disease that spreads quickly and easily among the population. This pathology has a negative effect on the condition of glandular tissue. The virus spreads through the air. It penetrates the respiratory tract into the salivary glands. An increase in the concentration of a pathogenic microorganism in saliva leads to a rapid lesion of the lymphatic system.
The virus is rapidly spread across all glands. The introduction of the virus into the cell membrane is accompanied by a change in the structure of the nucleus. The RNA of the cell changes. Gland tissues become atypical. Under the influence of a pathogenic microorganism, the structure of a part of the organ changes. The affected gland greatly increases in size.
The edema of the body leads to the development of inflammation. Inflammation causes the development of symptoms of mumps. Prolonged edema leads to the degeneration of the gland. The body ceases to perform its basic functions. It is for this reason that parotitis must be treated at the initial stage.
Another feature of mumps is its rapid spread. Infection is carried out both in the stage of carriage, and in acute course. Due to this feature, it is not always possible to establish a diagnosis in time. By the time the diagnosis is made, several people may be affected. When a pig is found among the population, quarantine measures are carried out.
Than a Disease
Men have multiple gonads. Reproductive function is performed by the testicles and the prostate gland. Under the influence of mumps there are pathological changes in various tissues. Changes in the operation of the following systems are observed:
- genital;
- of the nervous;
- digestive;
- hearing aid.
The main problems after the transfer of mumps are revealed in the work of the reproductive system. Pig causes a decrease in the function of the testicles. They produce sex cells. The number of healthy spermatozoa is sharply reduced. There is also a risk of orchitis infection of the testicles. The glands become inflamed. Pathology leads to infertility. In many patients, this complication can not be treated therapeutically.
There are also problems with the work of the genitals. The prostate gland is needed to produce a small amount of androgens. A decrease in the volume of testosterone leads to a disruption of the hormonal background. Testosterone activity leads to a loss of erectile capacity. There is a decrease in the filling of the penis and the duration of the erection. Violation of the sexual function is difficult to correct with the help of drugs. In many cases, a man can remain impotent.
Spread of mumps leads to brain damage. Mumps is often accompanied by viral meningitis. With this disease, the activity of nerve endings decreases. There is a decrease in the transmission of nerve impulses from the brain to a variety of tissues. Against this background, a decrease or partial loss of sensitivity occurs. If such a problem arises, you need the help of a neurologist. Rarely can a doctor restore this function.
The feature of mumps is the defeat of only glandular organs. These include the pancreas. The organ is involved in the process of digestion. The body produces special enzymes that promote the splitting of food that enters the stomach. After the transfer of mumps, a decrease in the number of enzyme substances is observed. The food begins to be poorly digested. Stagnation of the leftovers of food in the stomach causes inflammation of the walls of the stomach. The aggravation of pathology leads to the development of gastritis, colitis and ulcers. After the treatment, a man needs lifelong intake of preparations containing enzymes.
Initially, the disease affects the salivary glands. The development of the disease leads to swelling of the tissues. The large size of the salivary glands exerts a strong pressure on the middle auditory canals. Pressure results in a loss of hearing ability. After eliminating the mumps, a man may remain deaf or have a weak hearing.
Based on all the harmful effects, parotitis is dangerous for men with the following problems: infertility, nervous pathologies, deafness.
Distribution and development of the
virus The epidemic form of mumps is transmitted through the air. The virus is not afraid of sudden temperature changes. He tolerates drugs taken for prophylaxis well. The microorganism experiences a dangerous period in the form of a cyst. After stopping the medication, the disease becomes more active.
Pig can also be infected with the incubation period. In this case, the duration of appearance of external signs will be longer. The incubation phase of mumps can be 14-20 days. During this time pathogenic microorganisms are distributed on the lymphatic system. The appearance of the first signs occurs after the activation of the virus in the cells.
Parotitis quickly causes an epidemic among the population. The detection of an epidemic diagnosis in one team should be accompanied by complete isolation of patients. Removal of quarantine occurs only after the expiration of two weeks after the recovery of the last sick man.
Signs of mumps infection
The epidemic form of mumps has certain symptoms. Most of the symptoms are similar to those of acute respiratory infections. But there are a number of distinctive features. It is possible to suspect the presence of mumps by the appearance of such signs as:
- change in the condition of the glands;
- appearance of neoplasms in the neck and groin;
- increase in body temperature;
- loss of physical activity;
- dyspeptic phenomena.
The main symptom of mumps is a change in the condition of the glands. When palpation there is swelling and tension of the tissues. Check the necessary area of the neck behind the ears. For this purpose it is necessary to press slightly on this site. Detection of densification and the appearance of soreness indicates the development of mumps.
Parotitis can be established by the appearance of neoplasms in the neck and scrotum. The virus hits one side of the neck. Infection of both glands is rarely diagnosed. In this area there is a small neoplasm, which gradually increases in size. Prolonged course of the disease causes damage to the testicles. Due to this, edema develops in the scrotal area. One of the glands dries strongly. The testicle is not probed through the skin of the scrotal sac.
Neoplasm on the neck causes additional digestive problems. A man experiences discomfort when chewing and swallowing food. Disturbance of the pancreas aggravates the problem. Accumulation of products in the stomach is accompanied by the development of dyspeptic phenomena. The patient complains of severe vomiting, epigastric pain and diarrhea.
As parotitis is a viral disease, the temperature indexes increase. The measurement result can reach 39 degrees. Against the background of the temperature, physical activity decreases. The patient quickly becomes tired. The habitual movements cause inconvenience.
Additional signs of mumps are to be considered. Orchitis causes problems with habitual movement. The man is uncomfortable in the process of walking. There are also problems with eating. Some patients for a long period refuse to eat because of severe pain during chewing.
Detection of several signs of mumps should be accompanied by immediate hospitalization. Only after passing the diagnostic measures can the diagnosis be confirmed.
Medical examination
With parotitis, it is necessary to study the composition of the blood fluid. Pig leads to activation of the autoimmune system. This protection occurs by the development of special substances-antibodies. These cells attack the virus and enclose it in a tight impermeable shell. The number of antibodies increases with increased viral activity.
You also need to study the number of white blood cells. White blood cells begin to multiply with inflammation of any tissue. Leukocytes and lymphocytes react to the development of a negative process. The number of these cells increases dramatically.
The condition of salivary glands and fluid should be studied. The examination of the glands is performed using an ultrasound device. On the screen, the doctor determines the localization of the compaction and the condition of the salivary duct. After the examination, the doctor selects the appropriate treatment.
Therapeutic measures of
The general scheme of treatment of mumps is not established. The methods of influence are chosen by the specialist based on the presence of additional ailments.
The main goal of the treatment of mumps is the elimination of a pathogenic microorganism from cells. For this purpose, drugs with antiviral action are prescribed. It is also necessary to strengthen the immune system. Joint exposure to these drugs helps a man to quickly get rid of the causes of complications.
There is a large number of antiviral medicines. Modern medics often prescribe the following medications: a neovir solution, panavir tablets. At the first stages of treatment should be carried out with the help of intramuscular or intravenous drugs. Such a method of administering the active substance allows the mumps virus from the lymphatic system to be quickly eliminated.
Immunomodulating effect has a solution of cycloferon. The drug reduces the permeability of cell membranes. Virus access to the kernel is difficult. Also, cycloferon enhances the protective properties of the male body. After alleviating the patient's condition, cycloferon is given in tablet form.
Antibiotic drugs are often used. Antibiotics cause the death of various microorganisms. But it should be borne in mind that in epidemic parotitis, these medicines can intensify dyspepsia. To avoid this complication, the drug is administered intramuscularly.
Pig is dangerous for male sexual health. Carrying the disease even in mild form can affect the further childbearing ability. Many patients are diagnosed with post-paratyroid infertility and impotence. For this reason, it is necessary to treat epidemic parotitis in a timely manner.
