MONKEY POX

Monkey pox is a viral disease with smallpox like symptoms . Virus was first identified in 1959 in monkeys shipped from Thailand to Denmark research  faculty. First human case was identified in 1970 in child from Democratic Republic of Congo.

After eradication of smallpox  in 1980 and subsequent lack of  vaccination efforts monkey pox emerges as important orthopoxvirus to public health.

This disease is mainly found  in Central and West Africa but has been increasingly appearing in urban areas.

It spreads from animals to human. Animal reservoirs of monkey pox virus are squirrels, rats, monkeys, pig, and mice’s.

WHAT ARE THE MOD OF TRANSMISSION OF MONKEY POX ?

Animal to Human transmission happens after:

• coming in contact with mucosal lesions , blood or bodily fluids of infected animal.
• Consuming undercooked meat of infected animal.
• Use of products made of infected animal.
• Animal bite or scratch.

Human to Human transmission results from :

• Extended close contact with respiratory secretions of infected person.
• Close contact with contaminated personal belongings of infected person.
• Close contact with scabs , rashes of infected person.
• Infected mother can transmit the virus through placenta to fetus

WHAT ARE THE SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF MONKEY POX ?

Incubation period of monkey pox is usually 6 to 13 days but may range from 5 to 21 days.

It is divided into two periods :

• Invasion period (0-5 days) – Characteristic features are:
  • Fever
  • Lack of energy
  • Lymphadenopathy
  • Muscle ache
  • Back pain and intense headache
• The skin eruption begins after 1-3 days of appearance of fever. Face and extremities are more affect by rashes rather than trunk. Rashes may appear on or near genitals or anus and could be on other areas like hand, feet ,chest or mouth. The rashes evolve progressively from macules to papules, vesicles, pustules and crusts that dries and fell off. Crust disappear completely after 3 weeks.

WHAT ARE THE COMPLICATIONS OF MONKEY POX ?

Complications of monkey pox may include :

• Sepsis
• Bronchopneumonia
• Secondary infections
• Encephalitis
• Infection of cornea leading to vision loss.

WHAT ARE THE DIFFRENTIAL DIAGNOSIS OF MONKEY POX?

Monkey pox show similar symptoms like many diseases. Some the diseases are:

• Smallpox
• Disseminated zoster
• Generalized vaccinia
• Eczema herpeticum
• Chickenpox
• Syphilis
• Yaws

• Disseminated herpes simplex

• Scabies
• Bacterial skin infections
• Measles

DIAGNOSIS:

• History taking- Doctor ask the patient about the symptoms patient is experiencing . Doctor do the differential diagnosis of patient to rule off other diseases.
• Blood Sample is taken to perform PCR. The specimen should include
  • Date of fever onset
  • Date of rash onset
  • Date of specimen collection
  • Stage of rashes
  • Age
• Testing of viral DNA

AYURVEBIC HERBES:

• Giloy help in increasing immunity and reduction of fever. So giloy decoction may help in monkey pox.
• Tulsi acts as an antibacterial agent and also help in lowering of fever. Tulsi leaves boiled in water can be consumed
• Turmeric powder mixed in milk may be useful in monkey pox due to its anti microbial properties.

CHANDIGARH AYURVEDIC CENTER MEDICATION FOR THE TREATMENT OF MONKEY POX:

1. Detox Premium Powder:

This is a herbo-mineral preparation that contains ingredients like Parwal Pishti, Giloy satv, Shukta Pishti, Kamdudha Ras, Gandhak Rasayan, etc.

Parwal Pishti: This Pishti reduces inflammation, flaking, itching of the skin. The Pishti is composed of natural coral calcium processed with rose water.

Shukta Pishti: It helps to balance the Pitta dosha in the body. All signs and symptoms related to Psoriasis patients are managed with this article.

Giloy Satv: This satv is prepared from the herb Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia). The anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and analgesic properties of this herb deal with psoriasis easily.

Kamdudha Ras: This herbal-mineral classical preparation balances Pitta dosha in the body.

Gandhak Rasayana: This herbal preparation is used since ancient times for all types of skin disorders.

Tal Sindoor: It contains ingredients like Shuddh parad, Aloe vera, Gandhak, etc that relieve redness in psoriasis patients.

Akik Pishti: This Pishti reduces all types of Pitta related disorder hence it gives good results in psoriasis.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 sachet twice daily with plain water.

2. Skin care tablet:

skin care tablet is a pure ayurvedic formulation. It It cools and detoxifies the blood, increase blood circulation of the skin. It minimizes the blemishes, lighten sun tan, delay ageing of skin and heal skin problems.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily.

3. Panchatikta Ghrita Guggulu:

Panchatikta Ghrita Guggulu is an ayurvedic preparation mainly used for skin diseases. This tablet contains pure herbal ingredients such as Nimba(Azadirachta indica), Patola(Cucumis acutangulus), Guduchi(Tinospora cordifolia), Vasa(Adhatoda vasica), etc. This tablet promotes detoxification and rejuvenation. Panchatikta Ghrita Guggulu tablet is a natural source of anti – oxidant. It promotes engender vibrant and healthy skin.

Recommended Dosage–Take 1 tablets twice a day with normal water.

help to maintain the texture of your skin depending on the type of skin you have. It contains various herbs like Haridra khand, Panchnimb churna, Khadir chahal, Chirayta, Mulethi, Chopchini, Gandhak, Ajmoda that work very effectively on all skin types. Skin care is a blood purifying tablet.

4. Itch Cure Tablet:

It is pure herbal combination which is purely natural. Skin primarily protect our body from toxins present in environment. Itching is related to various skin problems like dermatitis or irritates such as nickel in jewelry, infected cut. Chronic skin condition like psoriasis, acne and due to internal conditions like blood, lungs, and liver. Mainly toxins in skin arises due to excess rakta dhatu and rasa or  plasma nourishes the skin. Itch cure tablet has cooling herbs which provide cooling effects to patients by pacifying pitta doshas. This tablet helps to purify blood as wells as cleanses and rejuvenates the body.

Recommended Dosage–Take 1 tablets twice a day with normal water.

5. Aloe Vera Gulab Gel:

Aloe Vera Gel is formed with the pure extract of herb Aloe Vera and the mixture of rose petals. Thus this wonderful composition provides a cooling effect on the skin that relieves from burning sensation, itchiness, etc. The gel helps in maintaining healthy skin and repairing skin damage.

Recommended Dosage – Gently apply over the affected area of the skin.