Zika fever, a mosquito-borne problem
Zika Fever or Zika Virus Disease is a disease caused by infection with the Zika virus. Which is a flavivirus family, and is transmitted by the Aedes mosquito. Some patients may not show any symptoms, but some may develop a rash on the body, have fever, red eyes, muscle pain, etc.
What are the symptoms of Zika fever?
- A rash appeared on the body and a fever developed.
- Conjunctivitis
- Muscle, joint, and headache pain and fatigue
- In some cases, symptoms may include diarrhea and swollen lymph nodes.
Zika virus transmission
This disease is mainly transmitted by the Aedes mosquito. Infected patients may spread the disease to others through sexual intercourse and blood transfusions.
Diagnosis of Zika fever
Doctors will ask patients if they have เล่น UFABET ผ่านมือถือ สะดวกทุกที่ ทุกเวลา traveled to high-risk countries. The symptoms of Zika fever are similar to those of dengue fever or influenza, so doctors need to differentiate between dengue fever and influenza.
Another case will be a laboratory test by testing genetic material using Real-time PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) and separating the virus from the patient’s blood sample.
How can Zika fever treat?
Doctors will primarily observe the symptoms that patients show because there is currently no vaccine or medicine that specifically treats this disease. Most patients do not have severe symptoms. So treatment is given with fever reducers, pain relievers, etc.
In cases where a woman is infect with Zika virus. It may affect her fetus. She should see a doctor. Who may use ultrasounds to monitor the fetus.
How to prevent Zika fever
- Protect yourself by using insecticides or mosquito repellents.
- Eliminate mosquito breeding grounds in residential areas. You may want to notify relevant agencies to come to the area to spray mosquito repellent around your home.
- Use a cover or cover the container. If there is water in the container, pour out the water to prevent water from collecting.
- Avoid traveling to high-risk countries where the disease is spreading. If you must travel, see a doctor for advice on how to protect yourself.
- Pregnant women should receive close medical supervision.