106 confirmed cases of monkeypox reported in mainland China in June! Seek medical attention promptly if these symptoms occur

Tech 2023-07-15 16:23:32 Source: Network

On June 14th, the China Center for Disease Control and Prevention released the monitoring of monkeypox epidemic in June 2023.From June 2 to June 30, 2023, 106 new confirmed cases of monkeypox were reported in mainland China (excluding Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan), including 48 cases reported in Guangdong Province, 45 cases reported in Beijing City, 8 cases reported in Jiangsu Province, 2 cases reported in Hubei Province, 2 cases reported in Shandong Province, and 1 case reported in Zhejiang Province

On June 14th, the China Center for Disease Control and Prevention released the monitoring of monkeypox epidemic in June 2023.

From June 2 to June 30, 2023, 106 new confirmed cases of monkeypox were reported in mainland China (excluding Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan), including 48 cases reported in Guangdong Province, 45 cases reported in Beijing City, 8 cases reported in Jiangsu Province, 2 cases reported in Hubei Province, 2 cases reported in Shandong Province, and 1 case reported in Zhejiang Province. There were no severe cases or deaths.

This round of monkeypox epidemic presents the following characteristics:

First, the vast majority of cases are Gay sexual practices, which is mainly transmitted through male to male contact.

Secondly, the risk of transmission through other forms of contact is low, and the vast majority of close contacts, except for sexual contact, have not experienced infection.

Third, most cases were found at the time of medical treatment, and a few cases were found by close Contact tracing tracking and screening.

Fourth, the clinical manifestations of the vast majority of cases are typical, mainly including fever, herpes, Lymphadenopathy and other symptoms, and there are no severe cases or death cases.

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It is reported that monkeypox is an infectious disease caused by Monkeypox virus.

On July 23, 2022, the World Health Organization declared the monkeypox epidemic a "public health emergency of international concern".

On May 11, 2023, the World Health Organization announced that the monkeypox epidemic no longer constitutes a "public health emergency of international concern".

Is the general population susceptible? How to prevent key populations? Experts answer hot questions about monkeypox

Recently, Monkeypox virus infection cases have been found in many places of the country, and monkeypox cases have increased. China's disease control institutions attach great importance to it, strengthen monitoring of inbound personnel, key populations, medical institutions, etc., timely report the epidemic, and continue to carry out risk assessments.

What scientific knowledge does the public need to know about monkeypox prevention and control? On July 14th, the National Bureau of Disease Control and Prevention organized experts to interview reporters and answer relevant hot topics.

This round of monkeypox epidemic is mainly spread through close contact with Gay sexual practices

Low risk of transmission through daily contact

"Monkeypox virus is mainly transmitted through close contact, especially sexual contact. The risk of transmission through life contact is relatively low, and the opportunity for ordinary people to contact Monkeypox virus is very low." Shi Guoqing, deputy director and researcher of the Health Emergency Center of the China Center for Disease Control and Prevention, said that more than 300 other secret contacts other than sexual contact were found, and no infected person was found.

Monkeypox is a zoonotic viral disease caused by Monkeypox virus infection. Monkeypox virus mainly enters the human body through damaged skin or mucosa. According to the report of the World Health Organization, the monkeypox epidemic since May 2022 has basically infected people who have Gay sexual practices and their associated groups.

Shi Guoqing said that according to the 106 cases reported and investigated in the mainland in June, 101 cases were Gay sexual practices, and 96 cases had a clear history of MSM contact within 21 days before the onset. At present, the monkeypox epidemic is mainly transmitted through sexual contact among high-risk populations. By widely promoting and popularizing prevention and control knowledge, raising public awareness of protection, and taking timely and effective preventive measures, the risk of infection can be greatly reduced and the spread of the epidemic can be effectively controlled.

Prevention and control focus on timely detection and isolation treatment

Some members of the public are concerned about how to effectively prevent and control monkeypox. Regarding this, Shi Guoqing introduced that the main strategy for monkeypox prevention and control is to strengthen publicity and education, comprehensive intervention, strengthen multi-channel monitoring, and especially timely identify and isolate patients, track and manage close contacts.

Experts say that suspected and confirmed cases of monkeypox should be promptly transferred to a medical institution for isolation treatment. If clinical symptoms improve significantly, they can be transferred to home isolation treatment. During home quarantine treatment, live in a single room and avoid direct contact with family members' skin or mucous membranes. Disinfect pollutants and do not go out unless necessary.

For close contacts identified by the disease control agency, although centralized isolation is not necessary, it is important to focus on self health monitoring, with a deadline of 21 days from the date of last contact with the case. During the period of self health monitoring, one can live and work normally, and it is necessary to avoid sexual contact with others and avoid donating blood. At the same time, adhere to daily temperature measurement and symptom monitoring, and promptly seek medical attention if any discomfort occurs.

In terms of preventive measures, experts have made it clear that suspected and confirmed cases of monkeypox must wear masks when going out; The domestic monkeypox vaccine is currently being developed, and there is no vaccine available for preventing monkeypox; At present, there is no need to provide a negative nucleic acid test certificate for monkeypox when returning from abroad.

Seek medical attention promptly if these symptoms occur

"The main symptoms of Monkeypox virus infection are fever, rash, herpes, and Lymphadenopathy, which may itch." Li Dongzeng, Chief physician of the General Infection Department of Beijing You'an Hospital, said that if you find that you have fever, herpes, or Lymphadenopathy of unknown causes, or have close contact with similar patients recently, you should seek medical advice in a timely manner and inform the receiving doctor of the contact history and exposure history.

Li Dong once said that from a clinical perspective, most cases of monkeypox are mild and common, and can self heal. The proportion of patients who need hospitalization treatment is about 6%. For the vast majority of people with normal immune function, infection can provide long-lasting immunity and usually does not lead to reinfection.

In terms of treatment, the main treatment methods are symptomatic supportive treatment and prevention and treatment of secondary infections. If you have a fever, use antipyretic drugs and replenish fluids more frequently; After the rupture of pimples, wipe and disinfect with iodine or alcohol to prevent secondary infection. If there is no secondary bacterial infection, most herpes can be cured, but larger and deeper herpes can leave scars if not treated promptly.

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