Chulalongkorn University organize academic seminars Chula the Impact No. 9 story “Sure before sharing: smallpox” On Tuesday, June 21, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at Room 111, Mahachulalongkorn Building. To be an academic forum to disseminate knowledge and create a correct understanding of the disease “Smallpox” (Monkeypox) infectious disease from animals to humans caused by the virus in the animal carrier which can be contacted from person to person and to raise awareness among the public on surveillance and self-protection from smallpox.
This seminar Opening speech by Prof. Dr. Bundit Eua-arporn, President of Chulalongkorn University Speakers who attended the seminar consisted of Prof. Dr. Teerawat Hemajuta, Head of the Center for Emerging Health Sciences Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University and Asst. Prof. Dr. Sawang Ketdaeng Sakonwut Department of Pathology and Animal Pathology Unit Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Chulalongkorn University Conducted by Asst. Prof. Dr. Ekka Phatthanakul, Chief Brand Officer, Chulalongkorn University
Prof. Dr. Bundit Eua-arporn, President of Chulalongkorn University Said that Chulalongkorn University has a mission to guide and drive Thai society and the world society. When Thai society and the nation face problems, Chulalongkorn University is ready to provide answers that are knowledge. accurate and reliable to create public understanding The news of the latest outbreak of communicable disease “small pox” has caused panic around the world about the disease. Including Thailand that is prepared to watch out to prevent this disease. This panel will provide answers to shed light on monkey pox. especially in regards to the diagnosis of disease accurately and up to the standard which is operated by the Emerging Disease Health Sciences Center Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University
Asst. Prof. Dr. Sawang Ketdaeng Sakonwut Department of Pathology and Animal Pathology Unit Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Chulalongkorn University Monkeypox is said to be caused by the Monkeypox virus, a virus that is closely related to human chickenpox or smallpox. It was first discovered in 1958 in a lab in Denmark.
from monkeys used in scientific experiments The first human cases of this disease were found in 1970 in Congo, Africa. “Rodents” such as squirrels, rats, parrots, etc., can become infected by exposure to agents after infected animals are infected. For those who hunt and slaughter meat are also at risk.
“What you need to be careful of is the importation of pets, especially foreign ones, without knowing where they came from. because even if the animal is a vector But the animal’s symptoms are not clearly expressed. therefore must be careful of imported animals
And should educate people who keep foreign animals on the risks and how to maintain personal hygiene,” said Asst. Prof. Dr. Sawang.
Prof. Dr. Teerawat Hemajuta, Head of the Center for Emerging Health Sciences Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University It said the infection was now found in many countries across Europe. and North America Preliminary data from PCR lab tests indicate that the monkeypox virus Monkeypox detected in Europe and other areas non-local
It is a virus strain from West Africa.
In the first 3-4 days, the infected person will have symptoms similar to viral infection. and then form a blister, a wound spreading at various points Sores on the genitals and around the anus Skin manifestations are rashes. pustules form like chickenpox When it dries, the scabs leave behind lesions and can heal on their own in 2-4 weeks, including the side effects associated with fever. Enlarged lymph nodes and mouth sores pain during swallowing muscle aches back or head weakness
For Thailand, we must always keep an eye on the changes. According to the resolution announced by the Ministry of Public Health, monkey pox is a contagious disease that must be monitored. The study and data collection on monkey pox is urgently needed. Although monkey pox is less severe When infected, the mortality rate is only 1-10%, but what you need to be careful is that you will not know who has been infected and how severe it will be. Therefore, you should protect yourself and do not go into contact with the infection to be safest.
The Center for Emerging Health Sciences Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University is an agency under cooperation with the World Health Organization for research and training of animal-to-human viruses. Monkey pox virus analysis service by genus virus testing is available. Orthopoxvirus by conventional PCR technique and monkey pox virus identification by genotoxicity sequencing test. You can contact to send samples for diagnosis at Tel. 0-2256-4000 ext. 3562, 09-4364-1594, 08-5858-1469.