Variola treatment in Mexico City

Variola, known in English as smallpox, is a contagious infectious disease of historical significance, caused by a virus and characterized by fever and a skin rash with lesions that evolve in stages.

Common symptoms: high fever, general malaise, headache and back pain, followed by a rash with lesions that appear first on the face and then spread across the body.

Common causes: it is transmitted by a virus through close contact and respiratory droplets; thanks to worldwide vaccination campaigns, it was eradicated.

Which specialist treats it? The general practitioner is the first point of contact to provide guidance on infectious diseases and refer when appropriate. Given fever with a spreading skin rash, it is advisable to consult for a proper evaluation.