Mpox symptoms, spread and treatment: What you need to know

Ask AI 4 min The infection commonly causes a rash or skin lesions, along with symptoms such as fever, headache, muscle aches, back pain, tiredness and swollen lymph nodes.

Mpox is a viral infection that can affect anyone.

While it has received increased attention recently, many people are still unsure about how it spreads, what the symptoms look like and when they should seek medical help.

The infection is mainly spread through close physical contact with someone who has mpox. It can cause a rash, fever, swollen lymph nodes, headaches, muscle aches and tiredness.

Most people recover from mpox within a few weeks, but the infection can cause more serious illness in some people.

Here is what you need to know about mpox, including how it spreads, the symptoms to look out for, treatment and how to reduce your risk.