A Classical Case of Juvenile Recurrent Parotitis

Abstract

A five-year-old child presented with the chief complaint of bilateral neck swelling (more on the left side) [Table/Fig-1], accompanied by episodes of intense pain and intermittent fever since one year. Over the course of one year, the child experienced recurring episodes of bilateral neck swelling. These episodes were accompanied by intense pain, fever, and a pervasive sense of being unwell. Despite the child being immunocompetent and having no significant medical history, these episodes persisted. Each recurring episode unfolded roughly 6-7 times annually and spanned 5 to 10 days, mandating the administration of antibiotics, antipyretics, and analgesics to alleviate the prevailing symptoms.

Keywords

• child
• immunocompetent
• inflammation
• salivary gland
• ultrasonography