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General Knowledge · Q496

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Competitive Exams · General Knowledge · question 496

Q496

Infection of salivary glands by a virus leads to

A.
Tetanus
B.
Mumps
Answer
C.
Pyorrhoea
D.
Ulcers

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
In general, viral infections of the salivary gland may result in reduced saliva production and/or swelling. Mumps is the most common salivary gland infection caused by paramyxovirus.