Smallpox is an acute infectious disease unique to humans, caused by either of two virus variants named Variola major and Variola minor.[1] Also known by the Latin names Variola or Variola vera; a derivative of the Latin varius, meaning spotted, or...

"The Pox" may refer to syphilis

Herpes viruses

Pox is a name for Hashish, the resin of cannabis

Cowpox (also known as Catpox) is a disease of the skin that is caused by a virus known as the Cowpox virus. The pox is related to the vaccinia virus, and got its name from cow maids touching the udders of infected cows. The ailment manifests itself in...

Monkeypox (also known as human monkeypox) is a rare infectious disease caused by monkeypox virus. The disease is most prevalent in Central and Western Africa, but has occurred also in the United States.[1] Monkeypox can be difficult to distinguish from...

Plum pox

Orthopoxviruses

P-O-X, a handheld electronic game

POX as an abbreviation for Plain Old XML

Pockmarks summary and related information.

Pox, a ceremonial drink common among the Maya, especially those in Chamula

A disease characterized by purulent skin eruptions that may leave pockmarks, often caused by various animal viruses.