Two suspected cases of monkeypox detected in Lahore and under observation in Jinnah Hospital. The infected patients have been isolated and are currently being treated at the hospital s isolation ward.
Pakistani medical authorities are on high alert.
*What s monkeypox?
Monkeypox is a virus endemic in components of Central and West Africa. It s a extra benign model of smallpox.
It was found in 1958, after outbreaks occurred in monkeys stored for analysis, based on the Facilities for Illness Management and Prevention.
*What are the signs of monkeypox?
Monkeypox creates a rash that begins with flat crimson marks that turn into raised and full of pus. Contaminated folks may also have a fever and physique aches. Signs usually seem in six to 13 days however can take so long as three weeks after publicity. They will final for 2 to 4 weeks, with extreme instances occurring extra generally amongst kids.
We are monitoring the situation and will keep you posted.