Here are signs, symptoms and prevention of Monkey Pox (Mpox), according to the National Orientation Agency, Nigeria.
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The NOA disclosed, “The Africa CDC declared monkeypox a health emergency on August 14, 2024, due to rising cases across the continent and the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) confirmed 39 cases, with Bayelsa, Cross River, Ogun, Lagos, Ondo, and Ebonyi being the most affected states, though no deaths have occurred.”
According to the NOA:
Monkeypox is a viral disease that can spread from animals to humans and between humans. In 2024, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) confirmed 39 cases, with Bayelsa, Cross River, Ogun, Lagos, Ondo, and Ebonyi being the most affected states, though no deaths have occurred. The Africa CDC declared monkeypox a health emergency on August 14, 2024, due to rising cases across the continent. The virus spreads through close contact with infected individuals or contaminated materials.
-Fever
-Headache
-Body/Muscle aches
-Weakness
-Swollen lymph nodes (glands)
-Rash.
PLEASE NOTE
Reaction: While most cases are mild, the disease can be severe, especially for vulnerable groups. After about 1 to 3 days of high fever with body temperature rising to about 38 degrees, the rash erupts, beginning on the face and then spreading to the body with the face and palms/soles being mostly affected. They can also occur in and around the genitals which is why contact during sex is one mode of transmission.
PREVENTION
-Avoid contact with animals that could harbour the virus including sick or dead animals in areas where MPX has been confirmed
-Avoid contact with any material that has been in contact with a sick animal.
-Avoid unnecessary physical contact with persons infected with MPX
-Isolate potentially infected animals from other animals
-Practice frequent hand washing with soap under running water especially after caring for or visiting a sick person.
-Ensuring that all animal food products are adequately cooked before eating.
TREATMENT
There’s no specific treatment, but supportive care and antiviral drugs may be used.
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