Tue Sep 10 23:20:58 UTC 2024: ## Monkeypox Case Confirmed in Haryana, India

**New Delhi, India** – A case of monkeypox has been confirmed in Haryana, India, marking the first confirmed case in the country. The patient, whose identity has not been released, was admitted to the LNJP Hospital in Delhi after testing positive for the virus.

The patient’s diagnosis was specifically for the **West African Clade 2** of the monkeypox virus, which is generally considered less severe than other strains. However, the recent emergence of the **Clade 1B** strain in Africa has raised concerns, as it is associated with a higher fatality rate. This particular strain was first identified in September 2023 in the Democratic Republic of Congo and has since spread to other African nations, including Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda, as well as to Asia and Europe.

Symptoms of monkeypox include fever, cough, vomiting, and the appearance of red rash-like lesions on the body. Some individuals may experience swelling in the rectum (proctitis), causing intense pain, or swelling in the genitals, making urination difficult.

The monkeypox virus primarily spreads through contact with the infected person’s lesions or bodily fluids, such as pus. It can also spread through contact with contaminated objects, such as clothing, bedding, or utensils. The virus can also be transmitted from mother to child during pregnancy or childbirth, and during sexual activity.

**Experts urge the public to take precautions to avoid infection, including:**

* Maintaining distance from infected individuals.
* Frequent handwashing with soap and water, especially after contact with an infected person or contaminated objects.
* Avoiding contact with contaminated objects used by the infected individual.
* Covering exposed skin when in close proximity to an infected individual.
* Practicing safe sex if engaging in sexual activity with a potential monkeypox patient.

Anyone experiencing symptoms consistent with monkeypox should immediately seek medical attention.

This is a developing story. Khabar Lahariya will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as they become available.

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