Clinical Considerations for Monkeypox in Children and Adolescents in the U.S.
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This webpage provides guidance on managing mpox in children and teens. It describes how the disease is rare but can spread through close contact. Symptoms include a rash, fever, and swollen lymph nodes. Children with skin conditions or weak immune systems may face severe illness. Treatment options like tecovirimat are available for serious cases, while vaccines like JYNNEOS can be used for prevention after exposure. Safety measures at home and in hospitals are crucial to prevent spreading the virus to others, especially vulnerable groups such as infants or pregnant adolescents.
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