Home Remedies for Mumps

Mumps is an acute viral infection, producing the typical swollen parotid (salivary) glands on either side of the jaw. It can affect one side only, in which case the other side can, although only rarely, be affected if exposed to the virus later in life. The most worrying complication for adults is a secondary swelling and inflammation of one or both testicles (orchid's), but this only rarely causes any long-term problems. Alongside the swelling of the parotid glands there is usually a fever, symptoms settling down in a week or so.

Ntural Home Remedies for Mumps

If there is difficulty in eating, give liquids or nourishing foods. Fluid is important because of the fever too avoid citrus juices which may increase saliva flow and add to the pains.

A cold compress can be used to reduce the swelling, a drop of Lavender oil may be used in this, or perhaps use iced Lavender tea.

Vitamin C may be given to boost the immune system, and herb teas taken to control the fever and act as general tonics.

Homeopathic remedies to look at include Belladonna where the face is red and burning hot and Pulsatilla for a high temperature but a feeling of chill.