Zika virus secondary prevention
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Yamuna Kondapally, M.B.B.S[2]
Overview
Secondary prevention for Zika-infected patients involves efforts to reduce incidence of the most serious complication of vertical transmission and subsequent birth defects. Methods of secondary prevention of Zika virus include reduction of partner-to-partner sexual transmission, as well as appropriate family planning in endemic regions.
Secondary Prevention
Secondary prevention of Zika infected patients involves efforts to reduce incidence of the most serious complication of vertical transmission and subsequent birth defects. Methods of secondary prevention of zika virus include reduction of partner to partner sexual transmission as well as appropriate family planning in endemic regions. The following is a CDC recommended guideline for infected zika patients planning a pregnancy:[1]
| How Long to Wait Before Attempting to Have a Baby in Zika Endemic areas | ||
| Presence of Symptoms | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Zika symptoms | At least 8 weeks after symptoms start | At least 6 months after symptoms start |
| No Zika symptoms | Talk with doctor or healthcare provider | Talk with doctor or healthcare provider |
References
- ↑ CDC Zika Virus Guideline. Accessed on October 4th, 2016.