Monkeypox infection and bacterial cellulitis: a complication to look for

Diogo de Sousa1, Joana Frade1, João Patrocínio1

  • 1Dermatology Department, Centro Hospitalar Universitário Lisboa Norte, Lisbon, Portugal.

Summary

Human monkeypox (MPX) can lead to secondary deep skin infections. This study highlights two cases of bacterial cellulitis complicating MPX, offering insights into prevention strategies for this underreported condition.

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