Monkeypox Virus Guide
The Ministry of Health has published a guide against the ‘Monkey Pox’ virus, which originates from the African continent and is rapidly spreading around the world. In this guide, the transmission methods and symptoms of the disease are explained in detail.
Pointing out that the disease is through transmitted contact, the guideline states, “Long-term, close skin-to-skin contact is very important in human-to-human transmission. Direct contact with the body fluids of an infected person, direct contact with skin or mucosa whose integrity has been compromised by skin lesions, and close contact with objects that have recently been contaminated with these lesions.” “This type of contact generally poses a risk for people who share the same household, those who stay together in closed spaces for a long time, and healthcare workers who come into contact with an infected individual without using personal protective equipment.” expressions are included.
Monkey Pox Symptoms
In the guideline, which states that the virus can be detected precisely with the PCR test, the general symptoms of the disease are also listed. Symptoms of monkeypox virus include:
- Incubation period: The period from risky contact to the onset of symptoms generally varies between 6-14 days, but this period can also be observed as 1-21 days.
- People with a history of animal bites or scratches may have a shorter incubation period than those with exposure through tactile contact.
In light of this information, it is important to follow the Ministry of Health’s guidance to learn more about the Monkeypox virus and to be protected.
