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This case report highlights a rare complication of mumps: splenic abscess. Early recognition of abdominal pain in mumps patients is crucial for timely diagnosis and treatment of this potentially serious condition.

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  • Virology
  • Pediatrics

Background:

  • Mumps is an acute, vaccine-preventable viral illness caused by the mumps virus (RNA virus, Paramyxoviridae family).
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  • Splenic abscess is an extremely rare complication of mumps, with no prior reported cases.