Zika virus is a single-stranded RNA virus (family Flaviviridae).
Transmitted by Aedes spp. mosquitoes (especially Aedes aegypti) which also transmit dengue and chikungunya
Incubation e...
20% infected with Zika virus develop symptoms.
Fever, myalgia, joint pain, conjunctivitis, retro-ocular pain, and maculopapular rash are common symptoms (two or more usually present), ...
Usually mild and self-limited infection. Treatment is supportive.
Avoid aspirin and NSAID if dengue is suspected.
Persons with Zika virus infection should use insect repellent ...
Zika virus disease is a nationally notifiable disease; health care providers are encouraged to report suspected cases to state health departments.
Lab-confirmed cases should be reported to...
Adebanjo T, Godfred-Cato S, Viens L, et al. Update: interim guidance for the diagnosis, evaluation, and management of infants with possible congenital Zika virus infection—United St...
Clinical illness is generally mild and self-limited; most infections are asymptomatic.
Dengue virus can be cocirculating and the clinical presentation can be similar; test to distinguis...
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