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Mumps are caused due to...

Mumps are caused due to

A

Excessive cold

B

Viral infection in tonsils

C

Viral infection of parotid salivary glands

D

Viral infection of zygomatic glands

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The correct Answer is:
C
Parotid gland is the largest salivary gland present below pinna. It secretes salivary amylase. Viral infection of parotid glands causes mumps by paramyxo virus.
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