Mpox case has been suspected in India who ha snow been isolated. While the tests have been sent to the labs, here is what you need to know about taking first measures in case of mpox virus.
A man has been suspected to be positive of mpox. However, the conformation from lab test is yet to come. According to the Union Health Ministry the man who recently travelled from abroad has been isolated and is currently stable. “The case is being managed in line with established protocols, and contact tracing is ongoing to identify potential sources and assess the impact within the country,” the ministry said.The development of this case is consistent with the earlier risk assessment conducted by the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) and there is no cause of any undue concern, it said.
When we get hurt, what we look for is first aid. First steps to take in case of injury. Having awareness can help in health diagnosis and treatment of diseases. In case of mpox, here are few basics to go over, and list of protocols to follow when gets infected with virus.
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Mpox in India: 5 Basic Preventive Measures to Take after Getting Infected
- Isolation: If a person is suspected to be carrying mpox virus, they should be immediately be isolated in order to lower the risk of spread of the disease.
- Immediate Medical Attention: The person should be brought to doctor’s attention on immediate basis. After proper diagnosis the samples shall be sent to designated lab tests for full confirmation.
- Hygiene: This is one of the most important aspect of preventing the spread of mpox virus. The virus spreads via direct contact from infected person or things touched by the person. Hence, wash your hands keep a distance and maintain proper personal hygiene as well. This goes for both the ipatient and the caregiver.
- Healthy Diet: Diet plays a pivotal role in recovery from any disease or health problem. Ensure your diet incorporate a healthy nutrient dense food choice. Protein rich, vitamin C, probiotics and fresh ffurits and veggies.
- Rest and Hydrate: Exhaustion is a prominent symptom of mpox combined with major signs as well. Resting the body well is important for faster recovery. In addition to it, keeping the body hydrated helps in flushing out the toxins from the body.
Key Symptoms of Mpox
- Persistent high fever
- Muscle ache
- Headache
- Swollen lymph nodes
- Chills
- Skin lesions
- Back Pain
- Exhaustion
According to World Health organization (WHO), Symptoms typically last 2–4 weeks but may last longer in someone with a weakened immune system.
Mpox Case Suspected in India: Should We be Concerned?
The country is fully prepared to deal with such isolated travel-related cases and has robust measures in place to manage and mitigate any potential risk, the ministry added. There is no reason of concern so far according to the ministry, WHO declared mpox a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC) for the second time last month in view of its prevalence and spread across many parts of Africa.
Since the 2022 declaration of PHEIC by WHO, 30 mpox cases have been reported in India. The last case of mpox was detected in March this year. The number of mpox cases reported so far this year has exceeded last year’s total, with more than 15,600 cases and 537 deaths.
Mpox is a viral zoonosis with symptoms similar to those seen in the past in smallpox patients, although clinically less severe.
According to officials, mpox infections are generally self-limiting lasting between two and four weeks. Mpox patients usually recover with supportive medical care and management.
Transmission of the disease happens through prolonged and close contact with an infected person. It happens largely through the sexual route, direct contact with the body/lesion fluid of the patient, or through the contaminated clothing/linen of an infected person.