10 Mumps Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #3: Myalgia
Myalgia refers to muscle pain. Patients may describe it as generalized body aches. It is distinct from joint pain. Myalgia is a non-specific symptom that has many causes such as injury, overuse, chronic tension, viral infections, side effects of medications, fibromyalgia, autoimmune diseases, and more.
If the cause of muscle pain is unknown, it can be treated symptomatically using painkillers such as paracetamol or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), muscle relaxants, heat packs, and rest.
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