Are mumps dangerous in pregnancy?

Mumps are becoming extremely rare since most people are vaccinated against it as part of the MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine. In recent years, 4,500 to 13,000 cases of mumps have been reported per year in the United States. read more

Fortunately, mumps infection during pregnancy has not been associated with an increased risk of premature delivery or birth defects. However, having mumps during the first trimester may increase the risk of miscarriage. read more

1.3 Pregnant women developing mumps. There is no evidence we are aware of that pregnant women are at any higher risk of complications of mumps than other adults and no specific treatment other than supportive is recommended. The evidence base for an increased risk of fetal loss due to mumps in pregnancy is weak. read more

There have been no mumps related deaths reported in the United States during recent mumps outbreaks. Mumps during Pregnancy Like other infections, there is a theoretical risk that mumps during the early months of pregnancy may cause complications. read more