Da Nang detects suspected monkeypox case
VOV.VN - The Da Nang Centre for Disease Control announced on October 18 that the central city had detected a suspected case of monkeypox.
The patient, who is temporarily being isolated in Da Nang Hospital, was had samples taken in order to test for monkeypox.
The Da Nang CDC also asked those who had come into close contact with the patient to self-quarantine at home for 21 days, or until the test results of the patient are revealed to be negative for monkeypox.
Furthermore, Da Nang Hospital was also required to spray disinfectant throughout the relevant areas whilst implementing effective prevention and control measures to prevent the potential spread of the infectious disease.
Moving forward, the Da Nang CDC will continue to track individuals who came into direct contact with the patient to minimize the risk of spreading.
The country has so far documented 22 monkeypox infections, with two of them having their source of transmission outside of the country.
The monkeypox virus is typically transmitted from animal to human, although experts have suggested that the current worldwide outbreak is spread through close contact with patients.
Common symptoms of monkeypox include fever, headache, muscle pain, fatigue, lymph node swelling, and rashes. The disease can also cause rashes similar to smallpox in the face, anus, and genital areas.
The virus can be transmitted through bodily fluids, such as boils and blood, and also through objects that patients use.
Most cases will heal after 10 to 14 days and cannot spread after 21 days. However, to protect the community people are recommended to take all necessary precautionary measures recommended by the health sector.
