People usually develop symptoms five to 21 days after exposure to the virus and symptoms last for two to four weeks
According to PHAC, people usually develop symptoms five to 21 days after exposure to the virus and symptoms last for two to four weeks. In addition to a rash, people can experience a fever, chills, swollen lymph nodes, headache, muscle pain, joint pain, back pain and exhaustion. The rash, which typically lasts between 14 and 28 days, can affect any part of the body, including the mouth, genitals, perianal, face, arms, legs, feet and hands.
If you think you might have it, consult a health-care provider who will determine if you should be tested. If you do have it, your local public health authority may require that you isolate to prevent further spread. Most often treatments just involve wound care, pain control and treatment of any complications, such as an infection.Most people recover without treatment, but there have been severe cases.
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