A member of the Orthopoxvirus genus and Poxviridae family, the monkeypox virus causes symptoms similar to smallpox, including fever, headache, muscle aches, and exhaustion. Though endemic to parts of central and western Africa, the CDC identified several cases of monkeypox in the United States in late 2021, and officials are continuing to track presumed infections. From virology to presentation, this podcast episode explores a brief history of the disease, with a focus on diagnosis and patient management for healthcare professionals.

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Series: Monkeypox- Symptoms and Treatment

 A member of the Orthopoxvirus genus and Poxviridae family, the monkeypox virus causes symptoms similar to smallpox, including fever, headache, muscle aches, and exhaustion. Though endemic to parts of central and western Africa, the CDC identified several cases of monkeypox in the United States in late 2021, and officials are continuing to track presumed infections. From virology to presentation, this podcast episode explores a brief history of the disease, with a focus on diagnosis and patient management for healthcare professionals.

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Series: Monkeypox- Symptoms and Treatment