MPOX
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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Background
An outbreak of Mpox is occurring in many countries:
- Mpox is preventable — most people recover fully but some people can get seriously ill, particularly those who are immunosuppressed such as those with untreated or HIV/ AIDS.
- Symptoms can be uncomfortable and painful.
- What we know about the outbreak is changing fast; we are learning more every day.
Symptoms
If you are exposed to someone with Mpox you could develop symptoms up to 21 days later. The most common symptoms of Mpox include:
- Swollen lymph nodes
- Rash
- Fever
- Headache
- Muscle aches
- Back pain
- Low energy
- Sore throat
The rash can affect the face, palms of the hands, soles of the feet, groin, genital and/or anal regions. It may also be found in the mouth, throat, anus, rectum or vagina, or on the eyes. The number of sores can range from one to several thousand. Complications from Mpox include skin or lung infections (pneumonia), confusion, and eye problems. Other complications include inflammation or sores inside the rectum that can cause severe pain (proctitis), and pain or difficulty when urinating.
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