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Monkeypox (mpox), a rare viral disease, presents with fever and rash. Early diagnosis is crucial, especially in travelers, as Pakistan had no reported cases before this unique patient presentation.

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  • Monkeypox (mpox) is a rare zoonotic viral disease caused by the poxvirus.
  • It manifests with symptoms including fever, headache, muscle aches, and a distinctive rash.
  • Limited antiviral treatments and vaccines exist, necessitating stringent public health precautions.

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  • No mpox cases were reported in Pakistan as of April 17, 2023.
  • A 41-year-old male traveler returning from Saudi Arabia presented with a week-long history of nodular and pustular skin eruptions.
  • The patient's travel history and symptoms raised clinical suspicion for mpox.

Findings:

  • This case represents a potential early detection of mpox in Pakistan.
  • The clinical presentation aligns with known mpox symptoms, including the characteristic rash.
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