How can I protect myself from mpox?
Protection from mpox – What to do to avoid the mpox virus, and link to information regarding the vaccine.
Mpox can be transmitted through close contact, such as sex, skin-to-skin contact and talking or breathing close to another person.
The usual protocol of washing hands, avoiding contact with anyone who has the virus. Wearing a protective mask (Personal protective equipment, or PPE ) may also be appropriate, especially if you have an autoimmune deficiency.
Symptoms :-
Symptoms include skin rash or mucosal lesions which can last 2–4 weeks accompanied by fever, headache, muscle aches, back pain, low energy, and swollen lymph nodes.
If you are travelling to a country that has confirmed cases, then enquire about getting a vaccine before travelling.
Contact your local health authority to enquire if the vaccine is available.
In UK you can contact the NHS.
Also check if your travel insurance has any restrictions before travelling.
Follow the FCDO advice in the UK.
Complications of Mpox
Complications of Mpox can include secondary infections, bronchopneumonia, sepsis, encephalitis, and infection of the cornea with vision loss.