Gaziantep Medıcal Poınt Hospital Infectious Diseases Specialist Assoc. Dr. Vuslat Keçik Boşnak made important statements about Monkeypox (Monkeypox) disease.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Boşnak stated that Monkeypox is a zoonotic virus disease usually found in tropical regions of Africa and rarely seen in Europe and America. He stated that this disease can be transmitted to humans, especially from monkeys and other animals.
“Monkeypox virus can also be transmitted from human to human”
Stating that Monkeypox virus can also be transmitted from person to person, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bosnak said, “Monkeypox virus can also be transmitted from person to person. However, this transmission usually occurs through close physical contact, sharing secretions or contaminated surfaces. Therefore, paying attention to hygiene rules is very important to prevent the spread of the disease. Explaining that the symptoms of the disease start with flu-like symptoms and usually manifest themselves with high fever, headache, muscle aches, swelling of the lymph nodes and rashes on the skin, Bosnak added that the rashes are often in the form of blisters. “Rashes can occur in various parts of the body and are usually itchy. It is important for people who notice these symptoms to contact a healthcare provider,” he said.
“Early diagnosis and treatment is critical to prevent the spread of the disease”
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bosnak said, “Early diagnosis and treatment is critical to prevent the spread of the disease. Therefore, people who recognize the symptoms of the disease should immediately contact a health professional. It is of great importance that our people follow the recommendations of official health authorities and health professionals to prevent the spread of the disease and protect their health. In addition, paying attention to hygiene rules is an effective method to prevent the spread of the disease.”
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