Infectious/Tropical

Zika Virus Infection

Zika virus infection is a mosquito-borne viral illness. Most cases are mild, but infection during pregnancy is associated with serious fetal complications.

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Condition Overview

Understand key symptoms, causes, diagnosis options, and treatment pathways for Zika Virus Infection. This overview is intended for patient awareness and should be followed by specialist consultation.

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Symptoms

  • Mild fever
  • Rash
  • Joint pain
  • Red eyes (conjunctivitis)
  • Headache or fatigue

Causes

  • Zika virus transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes
  • Sexual transmission in some cases
  • Maternal-fetal transmission during pregnancy

Diagnosis

  • Travel and exposure history
  • PCR testing in blood/urine during acute illness
  • Serology where appropriate
  • Prenatal ultrasound monitoring in pregnancy

Treatment

  • Supportive care and hydration
  • Rest and fever/pain control
  • Monitoring in pregnant patients
  • Avoid NSAIDs until dengue is excluded

Risk Factors

  • Residence or travel in endemic regions
  • Mosquito exposure without protection
  • Unprotected sex with infected partner
  • Pregnancy during outbreaks

Prevention

  • Mosquito bite prevention
  • Eliminate mosquito breeding sites
  • Safe-sex precautions after exposure
  • Travel advisories for pregnant individuals

Prevalence

Occurs in outbreaks in tropical and subtropical regions.

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