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Study Notes

Monkey pox is a viral zoonotic infection endemic to certain parts of Africa.
It is characterized by flu-like symptoms followed by the development of a rash.
Monkey pox and smallpox belong to the same genus of viruses known as Orthodox.
There are two strains of monkey pox, with the first strain being more virulent.
Monkey pox was first isolated from monkeys in 1958.
Monkeys and humans are not natural reservoirs for the virus, which is believed to be carried by rodents in Africa.
Transmission occurs through direct contact with infected individuals or indirectly through contact with contaminated clothing or linen.
Symptoms include fever, malaise, headache, muscle aches, lymphadenopathy, and a rash that can take weeks to clear up.
Complications are rare but can occur in immunocompromised patients, including secondary infections and encephalitis.
Diagnosis is made through clinical presentation and laboratory testing.

Monkey pox is a viral infection that causes symptoms similar to smallpox.
Symptoms include fever, rash, and swollen lymph nodes.
Diagnosis is done through PCR testing or serology labs.
Treatment is usually supportive care, but antiviral therapy may be used in certain cases.
The antiviral medication used to treat monkey pox is tecovirimat.
Exposure to monkey pox requires monitoring for symptoms for up to 21 days.
Post-exposure prophylaxis may involve vaccination with the MVA vaccine.
Vaccination within four days of exposure can prevent infection, while vaccination within four to fourteen days can decrease symptom severity.
Elevated white blood cell count, transaminitis, and thrombocytopenia may indicate infection.
Infection is suspected in those with a rash and exposure to someone with the known infection.