The state health department has identified multiple cases of Monkeypox in people who did not travel outside of the state.
A dozen cases have been reported so far, and health officials said while the first cases involved international travel, three people reported they did not travel prior to becoming sick, meaning they were exposed in Texas.
"With the sharp increase in monkeypox cases worldwide, it's not surprising to see the virus spread in Texas," said Dr. Jennifer Shuford, chief state epidemiologist. "We want people to know what the symptoms are, and if they have symptoms, to avoid the types of close contact with other people that can spread the disease."
Symptoms start out like the flu and include fever, headache, muscle aches, swollen lymph nodes, chills, and exhaustion. Soon after, a rash that looks like pimples or blisters appears, often first on the face and inside the mouth. People who develop these symptoms should call their doctor as soon as possible.
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