moderate risk
Mpox virus
Monkeypox
When to seek urgent care: Seek care for widespread rash or eye involvement
Key facts
Family
Poxviridae
Type
DNA virus
Severity
Moderate
Incubation
5-21 days
Vaccine
Yes (MVA-BN)
Est. cases tracked
9,640
Symptoms
FeverRash/lesionsSwollen lymph nodesMuscle aches
Transmission
Close contactBody fluidsLesions
Prevention
Vaccination for high-riskAvoid contact with lesions
Treatment
Supportive care; antiviral (tecovirimat)
Related viruses (same family)
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