Overview
Definition
Mosquito-borne viral disease, dangerous in pregnancy.
Epidemiology
Varies globally depending on genetics, environment, or exposure.
Etiology & Risk Factors
- Zika virus via Aedes mosquito.
Clinical Symptoms
- Fever
- rash
- conjunctivitis
- muscle/joint pain.
Clinical Approach
Diagnosis
- Viral RNA PCR
- Serology.
Management
- Supportive.
Complications
- Microcephaly in fetus
- Guillain-Barre syndrome.