Monkeypox lesions tend to be deeper, and make is more likely for the person to get pockmarked. Doctors generally find it easy to differentiate between monkeypox and smallpox lesions during anamnesis. “Monkeypox sufferers also suffer from lymphatic swelling. There are no specific treatments available yet, because like most other viral infections, it usually heals itself. Therefore, increasing bodily immunity is extremely important. Existing treatments are generally only supportive or symptomatic ones, such as antipyretics for reducing fevers. In the initial phase, the patient might require pain relief therapies, while when scabs formed, they would generally suffer more from itches and require antihistamines or antibacterials,” dr. Irma said.
Finally, both Dr. Made and dr. Irma emphasize the importance of recognizing symptoms earlier to ensure that treatments are optimal. “Patients need to get themselves to a doctor to get treatment as soon as possible, and they must be immediately isolated in order not to infect anyone else. Prevent getting infected by any viral disease by living a clean, healthy life. And most importantly, make it a habit of consuming properly-cooked meat products,” Dr. Made said. (est)