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Mpox (Monkeypox)

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 3, 2024.

Mpox, also called monkeypox, is a disease caused by a virus. It was first found in laboratory monkeys. Mpox is a common animal disease of rodents, such as mice and squirrels, in the Central and West African rainforests. The public health department needs to be informed of an mpox infection. It is a public health concern because the virus spreads quickly.

Mpox (Monkeypox)

DISCHARGE INSTRUCTIONS:

Call your local emergency number (911 in the US) or have someone call if:

Return to the emergency department if:

Call your doctor if:

Medicines:

Manage your symptoms:

How the mpox virus is spread to humans:

The virus can enter through a cut in your skin, or through mucus membranes (eyes, nose, or mouth). You can also breathe it in. An infected mother can pass the virus to her unborn baby. Any of the following can increase your risk for mpox:

Prevent the spread of the mpox virus:

Your healthcare provider will report your mpox infection to the public health department. Do the following until your provider says that you can no longer spread the virus to others:

Treatment options

The following list of medications are in some way related to or used in the treatment of this condition.

Safely care for someone who has mpox:

Mpox and your pets:

Follow up with your doctor as directed:

Write down your questions so you remember to ask them during your visits.

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