Mpox, Monkeypox

Overview

A viral disease infecting PRIMATES and RODENTS. Its clinical presentation in humans is similar to SMALLPOX including FEVER; HEADACHE; COUGH; and a painful RASH. It is caused by MONKEYPOX VIRUS and is usually transmitted to humans through BITES or via contact with an animal's BLOOD. Interhuman transmission is relatively low (significantly less than smallpox).

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Quick facts about Mpox, Monkeypox

Topic type

Condition

Category

General Healthcare

MeSH classification

C01.925.256.743.615|C22.735.750|C22.795.600

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