Why Zika virus in the discussion? Which disease is caused by its bite?

Recently a 79-year-old man in Mumbai has been found infected with Zika virus. People have become more alert since this matter came to the fore. It is also a virus spread by mosquito-borne diseases, which spreads through mosquito bites. During the rainy season, many types of diseases related to mosquitoes often make people their victims, Zika virus is also one of them.

Zika virus is a mild disease spread from person to person by infected Aedes mosquitoes, which also spread dengue and chikungunya. A person with Zika virus has symptoms such as fever, skin rash, muscle or joint pain, and headache.

What is Zika virus?

Zika is a mosquito-borne virus, similar to dengue fever, yellow fever, and West Nile virus. The infection is associated with a birth defect called microcephaly, which can affect babies born to women infected with Zika while pregnant. Zika is an infectious disease caused by a virus.

Zika virus is spread by infected mosquitoes, including the species Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus. Zika virus is usually mild and gets better on its own. However, the effect of this virus has been seen most on pregnant women and their unborn children.

Zika virus is 7 decades old

Zika virus can also be dangerous due to negligence. Let us tell here that in the year 1947, the mosquito-borne Zika virus was first identified in Uganda. It sometimes becomes dangerous for small children.

What are the symptoms of Zika virus?

• Fever
• rash, red spots on the body that may be flat, raised, or both
• arthralgia (joint pain)
• Conjunctivitis (red, swollen eyes)
• Headache

Ways to avoid zika virus

The best way to protect yourself from Zika virus is to avoid traveling to countries where Zika cases are occurring. Wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants to prevent mosquitoes from biting you. Stay indoors as much as possible and stay in air-conditioned rooms. Use mosquito nets to avoid mosquitoes. Pregnant women can protect themselves by using bug spray containing DEET or picardin.

What is the treatment for Zika virus?

Treatment of Zika virus infection depends on the symptoms, which are mild in most people. As a treatment, your doctor may recommend rest, drinking plenty of fluids, and taking acetaminophen for fever.

WHO response to Zika virus

WHO supports countries that have confirmed outbreaks, provides technical guidance on the management of mosquito-borne diseases, develops tools and strategies, provides training, and enhances surveillance, diagnosis, and control of the Zika virus. Supports member states, and publishes guidelines for this.

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