Symptoms Of The Disease Monkeypox: Monkeypox is a contagious disease that spreads from animals to humans and then from humans to humans. The viral infection of monkeypox is very similar to smallpox. In view of the increasing cases recently, some countries have declared a local health emergency regarding monkeypox.
Although the symptoms of monkeypox are not so serious, but in the case of children, some cases have become quite serious. Piyush Ranjan, Additional Professor, Department of Medicine, AIIMS, Delhi, says that there is no cause for concern as the contagiousness of monkeypox virus is very low as compared to the COVID-19 virus. However, the doctor warned that monkeypox can be fatal for children. Let us know what are the symptoms of monkeypox in children, which you should not ignore.
Symptoms of monkeypox in children
The symptoms of monkeypox and smallpox in children are similar. Infected individuals and children commonly show symptoms of restlessness, fever, rashes, swollen lymph nodes and chills.
1- Rashes- The rash appears on the second or third day after being infected with monkeypox. First the rashes appear on the face. After this they spread to the hands, palms and feet. The rash looks like something watery.
2- Fever- Children are more prone to fever if they have monkeypox. If the child has a fever, consult a doctor immediately.
How to protect children from monkeypox infection?
1- Prevent children from coming in contact with animals like monkeys and rats and squirrels.
2- Do not take children to a place where there are dead animals.
3- If children eat non-veg, then feed only fully cooked non-veg.
4- If a person is infected, then protect the child from coming in contact with him.
5- Teach children to wash their hands with soap and hot water.
Disclaimer: ABP News does not confirm the methods, methods and claims mentioned in this article. Take these only as suggestions. Before following any such treatment/medication/diet, please consult a doctor.
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