Mpox (Monkeypox) and the Eye: Ocular Manifestation, Diagnosis, Treatment and Vaccination

At present, the world is at the tipping point of the outbreak of mpox. The World Health Organization has declared the current mpox outbreak a 'public health emergency of international concern'. Mpox has been shown to be associated with several ocular manifestations. Given the current state of the mpox outbreak, healthcare providers, particularly ophthalmologists, need to be aware of these ophthalmic symptoms and how to manage them. In this review, we highlight current knowledge on the ocular symptoms of mpox virus (MPXV) infections and how to detect them. In addition, we summarize the treatment strategies for these ocular manifestations of MPXV infections and outline the relationship between vaccination and the ocular symptoms of mpox.

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Currently, the world is on the brink of an mpox outbreak, which has been declared a 'public health emergency of international concern' by the World Health Organization. Research has shown that mpox is associated with various ocular manifestations. Given the severity of the current mpox outbreak, it is crucial for healthcare providers, especially ophthalmologists, to be knowledgeable about these ocular symptoms and their management.