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Monkeypox is a rare infectious disease, but there are a number of cases in the UK – and that number is rising.
Monkeypox is a viral infection usually associated with travel to West Africa. It is usually a mild self-limiting illness, spread by very close contact with someone with monkeypox and most people recover within a few weeks.
The virus can spread if there is close contact between people and the risk to the UK population is low. However, recent cases are predominantly in gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men, and as the virus spreads through close contact, the UK Health Security Agency is advising these groups in particular to be alert to any symptoms of monkeypox, and to contact a sexual health service if they have concerns.
Symptoms of monkeypox include:
If you think you have monkeypox symptoms – however mild – you should:
Please contact clinics ahead of your visit and avoid close contact with others until you have been seen by a clinician.
For more advice and guidance on monkeypox, visit:
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/monkeypox
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/monkeypox
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Published on Tue, 24 May 2022 10:15:15 GMT
Modified on Tue, 24 May 2022 11:48:49 GMT
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