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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Nate Michalak, B.A.; Luke Rusowicz-Orazem, B.S.; Ilan Dock, B.S.
Synonyms and keywords: Zika virus; ZIKV; ZIKV disease; Zika; Zika virus disease; Zika disease; Zika fever
Overview
Historical Perspective
Pathophysiology
Causes
Classification
Differentiating Zika virus infection from other Diseases
Epidemiology and Demographics
Risk Factors
Natural History, Complications, and Prognosis
Symptoms
Symptoms associated with the contraction of the Zika virus typically span from several days to a week. The disease is rarely fatal and hospitalization is uncommon. The following symptoms are the associated with contracting the Zika Virus: [1]
- Acute onset fever
- Maculopapular rash
- Arthralgia
- Conjunctivitis
- Myalgia
- Headache
- Retro-orbital pain
- Vomiting
Diagnosis
History and Symptoms | Physical Examination | Laboratory Findings | Other Diagnostic Studies
Medical Therapy
- There is currently no specific antiviral treatment for the Zika virus.
- Modern therapy tactics include increased rest, fluids, antipyretics (fever reducers) and analgesics (pain relievers).
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) should be avoided until dengue fever is no longer a potential diagnosis.[2]
Primary Prevention
Avoid mosquito bites:
- Use insect repellent.
- Wear long sleeves and long pants.
- If outdoors or cannot protect against mosquitos entering the home, use bed nets, air conditioning, or insect screens
- Avoid standing water: gardening pots, swampy areas, etc.[2]
References
- ↑ Zika Virus. For Health Care Providers: Clinical Evaluation & Disease. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2015). http://www.cdc.gov/zika/hc-providers/clinicalevaluation.html Accessed on December 11, 2015
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Zika virus. Center for Disease Control and Prevention for Medical Professionals. http://www.cdc.gov/zika/hc-providers/clinicalevaluation.html Accessed on December 14, 2015