How Long Does It Take to Recover from Mumps Virus, and Can Ayurveda Help? - #14876

Last week, my younger brother was diagnosed with the mumps virus, and he’s been really struggling. It started with mild fever and body aches, but then his face became swollen on one side near his jaw. The doctor confirmed it was the mumps virus and told him to rest, drink fluids, and take painkillers if needed. But even after a week, the swelling hasn’t gone down completely, and now the other side of his face is starting to swell too. The doctor said the mumps virus has no specific treatment and that it just needs to run its course, but we are worried about how long it will take to fully recover. He’s feeling weak, barely eating because of the pain, and he even complains of mild ear pain now. I’ve read that the mumps virus can sometimes cause complications like hearing loss or even fertility issues in males—is that true? How do we know if it's getting worse? Since there’s no direct medicine for the mumps virus, can Ayurveda help in speeding up recovery? Are there any herbs or remedies to reduce the swelling and pain? Also, are there specific Ayurvedic foods that can help with immunity and faster healing? Has anyone here treated the mumps virus with Ayurvedic remedies? How long did it take to recover, and what worked best? Looking for natural ways to help my brother feel better sooner.