DEALING WITH AN INFECTIOUS DISEASE LIKE MONKEYPOX IS NOT A ONE PERSONS JOB

The monkeypox virus is the infection that causes monkeypox. It can spread from animals to people since it is a viral zoonotic infection. Additionally, it is transferrable between people and the environment, as well as between humans.
What signs and symptoms manifest in monkeypox?
Numerous symptoms and indicators are associated with monkeypox. While some people experience less severe symptoms, others may experience more severe diseases and require medical attention in a facility. Pregnant women, children, and people with impaired immune systems are often at higher risk.

The most frequent signs and symptoms of monkeypox during this year's outbreak are fever, headache, muscle aches, back pain, low energy, and swollen lymph nodes. A rash that could continue for two to three weeks may also appear. The face, palms of the hands, soles of the feet, groin, genital, and/or anal regions might all be affected by the rash. Additionally, it might be discovered on the eyes, in the mouth, throat, vagina, or anus. From one to several thousand sores may be present. Skin sores start out flat, fill with liquid, then crust over, dry up, and fall off, revealing a new layer of skin underneath there is the need to join hands for a common course to fight the infection. In the year 2020, over 6000 were reported in Benin. For my part of Ghana had its share of the 2022 outbreak on the 8th of June 2022
Studies are still being conducted to monitor and better understand the symptoms of this recent outbreak, including which body regions may be impacted and how long symptoms might remain.

Anyone who believes they may have monkeypox symptoms or has come into touch with someone who has should contact or see a doctor for guidance.
Usually, symptoms disappear on their own or with supportive treatment, such as painkillers or fever reducers. Until all of the wounds have crusted over, the scabs have peeled off, and a fresh layer of skin has developed underneath, a person is still contagious.

Visit the WHO Websites for more information on Monkeypox