Monkeypox vs Chickenpox : After being declared a global health emergency, the world is on alert regarding monkeypox. After three cases were found in Pakistan, vigilance has been increased in India as well. Outbreaks of monkeypox have also been seen in many African countries. A lot of information is available about this infection but many people are confused about monkeypox and chickenpox. In such a situation, it is important to know what is the difference between the two and which one is more dangerous…
What is the difference between monkeypox and chickenpox
Ampox is caused by the monkeypox virus, which belongs to the Orthopoxvirus genus in the Poxviridae family, while chickenpox is caused by the varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that also causes shingles. Both viruses are spread by contact, through respiratory droplets or direct contact with skin lesions. Chickenpox is a common infection, while monkeypox is a rare infection that does not spread easily.
Which cures faster monkeypox or chickenpox
Both monkeypox and chickenpox are not very serious diseases. Timely treatment can lead to recovery from both. Their common symptoms include fever, headache, back pain, muscle pain, chills and fatigue. Fever is a common symptom of both infections, but in monkeypox, fever occurs 1 to 5 days before the rashes, while in chickenpox, fever occurs 1 to 2 days before the rashes appear. Symptoms of monkeypox appear one to two weeks after infection, while in chickenpox, it can take up to 16 days.
What is the difference between monkeypox and chickenpox
Although most of the symptoms of monkeypox are similar to chickenpox, one symptom differentiates the two. Monkeypox can cause swelling in the lymph nodes, which is not found in chickenpox.
Monkeypox and Chickenpox Rashes
The rash associated with monkeypox occurs within one to three days of fever, while the rash of chickenpox appears 1-2 days after the fever. The rash of monkeypox starts on the face and spreads to many parts of the body including the palms and soles. They first appear as papules and fluid-filled pustules, then form scabs and fall off. Chickenpox rashes are itchy. They are like blisters, which start on the back and face and spread to the rest of the body. However, the rash does not appear on the palms and soles.
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