Mpox Symptoms and Transmission: Understanding India's First Case
Key Health Updates on Mpox in India
India has reported its first confirmed case of mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, identified in a 26-year-old man from Haryana’s Hisar. According to the Ministry of Health, laboratory tests have confirmed the presence of the mpox virus from the West African Clade 2 in the patient, who recently returned from abroad. As of now, this individual is stable and receiving care at the LNJP Hospital in Delhi. The health ministry is actively implementing public health measures such as contact tracing to manage the situation.
Mpox Symptoms to Watch For
- Fever
- Headache
- Muscle Aches
- Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Distinctive Rash (macules, papules, vesicles, pustules, scabs)
Transmission of Mpox
Mpox can transmit via direct contact with infected individuals or contaminated materials. Additionally, the virus spreads through respiratory droplets during prolonged close contact.
Currently, there are no reported cases of the new Clade 1b strain of mpox in India, which was recently identified in the Democratic Republic of Congo and other African nations. Authorities reassure that public health monitoring is in place.
Stay informed about mpox news and updates as the situation develops. For more details, check health resources across your area.
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