Zika virus infection physical examination
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Nate Michalak, B.A.
Overview
Physical examination of patients with Zika virus is usually remarkable for fever and a maculopapular rash that often includes the face, trunk, and extremities (including palms and soles). Other physical examination findings include conjunctivitis and edema.
Physical Examination
Physical examination findings of Zika virus include the following:[1]
General Appearance
- Patient is usually sick-looking
Vital SIgns
Skin
- Maculopapular rash that may include the face, trunk, and extremities (including the palms and soles).
HEENT
- Conjunctivitis (non-purulent)
Extremities
References
- ↑ Hayes EB (2009). "Zika virus outside Africa". Emerg Infect Dis. 15 (9): 1347–50. doi:10.3201/eid1509.090442. PMC 2819875. PMID 19788800.