Mpox (monkeypox)

Mpox is a viral infection often causing changes to the skin or mucous membranes, fever and pain. It spreads mainly through direct and prolonged close contact.

• Spots that can develop into bumps, blisters, pustules, ulcers and scabs, sometimes in just one place.
• Painful lesions around the anus or genitals can make pooing or urinating painful.
• Contact a doctor or the public health service (GGD) before visiting so you can be examined without unnecessarily exposing others.
• Avoid close skin contact and sex, cover spots loosely and follow current isolation advice.
• Call a doctor or the GGD for compatible skin spots after close contact, or if a contact has confirmed mpox.
• For urgent GP care outside office hours, call HAP 9252. Call Ambulance 912 only for an immediate threat to life.