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Monkeypox: A review of data essential in primary care
Ying Ying Ng1, Abdul Kadir Azidah2
1MD (USM), MMed (Family Medicine) Department of Family Medicine, School of Medical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, Malaysia.
Summary
The global monkeypox outbreak presents differently than previous ones, with transmission linked to sexual history and atypical symptoms. Primary care providers need increased awareness for early recognition and containment of this public health emergency.
Area of Science:
- Epidemiology
- Infectious Diseases
- Public Health
Background:
- Monkeypox (MPX) is endemic in Africa but has seen a global surge in non-endemic regions.
- The World Health Organization declared the MPX outbreak a public health emergency.
- The current outbreak's spread pattern differs from previous ones, linked to sexual history and atypical genital symptoms.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the changing epidemiology of monkeypox.
- To emphasize the need for increased awareness among primary care providers.
- To guide early recognition, containment, and prevention of healthcare-associated infections.
Main Methods:
- Review of recent monkeypox outbreak characteristics.
- Analysis of transmission patterns and clinical presentations.
- Assessment of implications for primary care.
Main Results:
- The current MPX outbreak is associated with sexual contact and distinct clinical features.
- Transmission is less facile than SARS-CoV-2 but close contact poses a risk.
- Most patients seek care in primary care settings.
Conclusions:
- Primary care providers require enhanced awareness for prompt monkeypox identification.
- Early recognition is crucial for outbreak containment and preventing healthcare-associated spread.
- Physicians should report suspected cases to health authorities immediately.
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