Mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) is a rare infectious disease caused by the monkeypox virus. It's a zoonotic disease, meaning it can spread between animals and people. The virus is part of the same family as the virus that causes smallpox, but is less contagious and usually causes a milder disease.
The disease could cause distinctive lesions or sores on the skin, which might have a modular appearance, resembling interconnected nodes or clusters.
MPox might trigger rapid and uncontrolled mutation of cells, leading to the formation of abnormal growths or structures on the body.
Symptoms might include neurological disruptions such as seizures, hallucinations, or cognitive impairment, reflecting the disease's impact on the brain.
MPox could affect the respiratory system, causing symptoms such as coughing, difficulty breathing, or respiratory distress.
The disease might weaken the immune system, making the affected individual more susceptible to secondary infections or illnesses.
MPox could induce widespread inflammation throughout the body, leading to symptoms like fever, joint pain, or general malaise.
The disease might target specific organs, leading to dysfunction or failure of vital bodily systems such as the liver, kidneys, or heart.
MPox could disrupt normal blood function, leading to symptoms like anemia, abnormal clotting, or blood in the urine or stool.
Symptoms might include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or abdominal pain, reflecting the disease's impact on the digestive system.
MPox could cause changes in skin coloration, ranging from unusual pigmentation or mottling to the development of darkened or discolored patches.