Mpox manifests like chickenpox: How to tell the difference

Health By Sumit Jha Sep 26, 2024 Read the article

As India reports its first case of the virulent clade 1b strain of Mpox in Kerala, many are becoming anxious about symptoms of the illness.

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Several viral diseases share common symptoms with Mpox. Chickenpox is the disease that is most similar in its presentation.

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Understanding these differences is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment.

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While both can present with similar initial symptoms, lesion size, pain level, distribution, and duration are different and can help tell the difference between the two infections.

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Clade 1b is considered more virulent compared to other strains and has been linked to outbreaks primarily through sexual contact.

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Clade 1b is considered more virulent compared to other strains and has been linked to outbreaks primarily through sexual contact.

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