Why is Monkeypox Trending? What is it & What Medical advice People should follow?
Abstract
After the coronavirus pandemic, the world health organization declared Monkeypox a global health emergency. It could again affect many people worldwide. In this article, we are going to discuss why monkeypox is trending and what medical advice people should follow, and along with this we also describe some ayurvedic remedies that are helpful in the monkeypox virus.
Introduction
Monkeypox is an infectious condition caused by the monkeypox virus. Monkeypox virus belongs to the same family as the Variola virus that causes the smallpox virus. Monkeypox virus symptoms are very similar to smallpox symptoms but the symptoms of monkeypox virus are more severe than the smallpox virus. Let’s discuss!
Causative Agent
The Monkeypox virus belongs to the genus Orthopoxvirus and is in the same family as the Variola virus. And transmission can be spread through,
- Bite or scratch from an infective animal
- Contact with bodily fluids of infective animals
- Respiratory transmission
- The virus may enter the body through broken skin
- Through sexual contact
- Pregnant women feed the fetus through the placenta and through contact with an infected person during or after delivery.
Types
There are two major types of monkeypox virus:-
- West African clade that is less severe in concern of fatality
- The Congo Basin clade is more severe than the west African clade.
Symptoms
The following signs and symptoms of the monkeypox virus are:-
- Headache is the commonest symptom.
- Blisters
- Rashes and in some cases rash can appear near genitals or anus but may also appear on feet, hands, mouth, chest, or face. The rash can look like blisters or pimples and may be itchy or painful.
- Inflamed lymph nodes
- Muscle pains
- Fever
- Shivering
- Fatigue can be there
- Chills with fever
- Symptoms related to the respiratory system include sore throat, cough, or congestion.
Risk Factor
The following risk factors of monkeypox are:-
- Infected person who has physical contact with a normal person with the symptoms of monkeypox virus.
- Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender who indulge in sexual activity.
- Children are likely to get infected and develop more severe symptoms due to their low immunity.
- Health care workers can get infected easily due to their natural jobs.
- Pregnant women
- Older person
Diagnosis
The following diagnostic method is:-
- PCR (Polymerase chain reaction)
- Testing for viral DNA
Management
Following management for the monkeypox virus:-
- Supportive Treatment – Oral rehydration solutions and Antipyretics such as acetaminophen
- Antiviral treatment
Prevention
The following prevention method for monkeypox is:-
- Smallpox vaccine
- Regular Handwashing
- Covering rash
Complications
The following complications of the monkeypox virus are:-
- Infections
- Sepsis
- Encephalitis
- Pneumonia
Medical Advice
What is the medical advice that people should follow to stay safe and immune to the monkeypox virus?
- Limiting contact with suspected cases of the illness or with confirmed ones will reduce the risk of contagion.
- People living with an ill person should self-isolate and cover the breaks in any of their skin
- Wearing a face mask is important as it works better at stopping transmission through respiratory inhalation.
- Washing hands with soap and water or using an alcohol-based sanitizer after exposure to the infected person or their belongings.
- Cleaning and disinfecting the contaminated surfaces and disposing of the contaminated things or washing the infected person’s towels, utensils, clothing, and bed sheets with detergent and hot water.
Ayurvedic Management
Ayurvedic management depends on the pacification of the vitiated dosha and cleansing of the blood from the toxins produced by the infective organism. Furthermore, the condition is also managed by boosting immunity and other herbs which possess a number of properties that are against the factors which cause the illness.
- Giloy decoction is of much help in the Monkeypox virus as it increases immunity and reduces fever.
- Tulsi leaves can be boiled in the tea before consumption. Tulsi also reduces fever and acts as an antimicrobial agent.
- Turmeric powder can be mixed in the milk before consumption as it fights the microbes in the body.
The Goodnews!?
The good news is that Monkeypox disease is preventable and reversible, but can only be possible by using holistic approach, the one advocated in Ayurveda that addresses the issues from the very root.
Since ancient times, Ayurveda has defined diseases with their symptoms, causes and healing methods with nature.
If you are having any of the above mentioned symptoms, don’t assume it is Monkeypox yet without any proper diagnosis because there are other Skin related diseases that comes with the same symptoms. Consult with a Doctor for accurate diagnosis to find out if Monkeypox is what you are having or any other related disease.
Vine-Health Approach to Monkeypox
As a holistic health clinic, we take accurate diagnosis very seriously in order to ascertain the root cause of a particular illness. You will be consulted with our doctor to know the type of test or scan to run base on your symptoms to detect exactly the root cause of your issue to ascertain if Monkeypox is your issue or not to ensure appropriate treatment.
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