Mumps, unspecified
ICD-10 B26.9 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of mumps, unspecified.
Mumps is a viral infection caused by the mumps virus, which is a member of the Paramyxoviridae family. It primarily affects the salivary glands, particularly the parotid glands, leading to swelling and pain. The condition is characterized by fever, headache, muscle aches, fatigue, and loss of appetite, followed by the hallmark symptom of parotitis, which is the swelling of the parotid glands. Mumps is transmitted through respiratory droplets or direct contact with an infected person's saliva. While mumps was once a common childhood illness, the widespread use of the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine has significantly reduced its incidence. However, outbreaks can still occur, particularly in communities with low vaccination rates. Diagnosis is typically made based on clinical presentation and confirmed through serological testing for mumps-specific IgM antibodies or PCR testing of saliva or urine. Treatment is primarily supportive, focusing on symptom relief, as there are no specific antiviral treatments for mumps. Complications can include orchitis, oophoritis, meningitis, and encephalitis, which may require additional medical attention.
Detailed history of vaccination status, clinical symptoms, and any complications.
Children presenting with fever and parotid swelling, particularly in unvaccinated populations.
Ensure accurate documentation of vaccination history and any potential exposure to mumps.
Comprehensive lab results, including serology and PCR tests, and detailed clinical notes.
Adults with suspected mumps presenting with orchitis or meningitis.
Focus on differential diagnosis and potential complications that may require additional coding.
When serological testing is performed to confirm mumps infection.
Document the reason for the test and the clinical findings leading to testing.
Pediatricians should ensure vaccination history is included.
Common symptoms include fever, headache, muscle aches, fatigue, loss of appetite, and swelling of the parotid glands.
Mumps is diagnosed based on clinical symptoms and can be confirmed with serological testing for mumps-specific IgM antibodies or PCR testing.
There is no specific antiviral treatment for mumps; management is supportive, focusing on symptom relief.
