

Mpox Virology: What Do We Know?
Feb 5, 2025
Dr. Boghuma Titanji, Emory University Assistant Professor of Medicine, discusses mpox virology, transmission, mutations, virulence, clinical manifestations, and treatment challenges of Monkey Pox virus. The podcast explores the clustering of cases among specific population groups and pride events, the genetic relation between patients in Portugal and Nigeria outbreak, and the impact of host factors on the severity of the virus. It also addresses concerns and reassurances in treating Monkeypox with Tickoviramat.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Analysis of Monkey Pox Virology and Transmission
02:28 • 4min
Mutations, Virulence, and Clinical Manifestations
06:04 • 9min
Monkeypox Virology: Duration of Infection and Treatment Challenges
14:35 • 6min
Concerns and Reassurances in Treating Monkeypox with Tickoviramat
20:17 • 3min