In this post, zika virus symptoms, diagnosis and preventions is given.
How Zika virus is spread?
Zika virus is transmitted through Aedes mosquitos bite during the day. WHO declared zika related microcephaly a public health emergency of international concern and casual link between the zika virus and congenital malformations was confirmed?
Zika virus Symptoms
Early stage does not develop symptoms
Typically rash, fever, conjunctivitis, muscle and joint pain
Malaise
Headache for 2 – 7 days
During pregnancy, it causes of microcephaly and other congenital malformations in the infant including limb contractions, high muscle tone, eye abnormalities and hearing loss.
Diagnosis of zika virus
No specific treatment
People having symptoms of zika virus should get plenty of rest, drink fluids and treat symptoms of antipyretics.
Prevention of Zika virus
No vaccine available for the prevention or treatment of zika virus
More on Zika Virus : Zika virus (who.int)
*Please concerned your family doctor if you have any symptoms
Author
R D Panchal
Electrical Engineer