1WASHINGTON—Ninety-five percent of monkeypox cases have been transmitted through sexual activity, according to the largest study to date, which also noted new clinical signs, such as single genital lesions. “However, our work suggests that most transmissions so far have been related to sexual activity—mainly, but not exclusively, amongst men who have sex with men,” Thornhill added. Although sexual activity was behind most cases, the researchers stressed in a statement that the virus can be spread via any close physical contact, such as respiratory droplets and potentially through clothing and other surfaces. Many of those infected showed symptoms not previously associated with monkeypox, including single genital lesions and sores on the mouth or anus. Most cases mildThese are similar to those of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and could lead to misdiagnosis, the authors said.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer July 23, 2022 04:26 UTC