How dangerous is Zika virus, just one case created a stir in Andhra Pradesh

Zika Virus New Case India: The fear of Zika virus is being seen once again in India. The latest case is from Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh, where a 6-year-old child from Venkatapuram village of Marripadu mandal was admitted to the hospital after his health deteriorated. Where on suspicion of Zika virus, doctors sent his blood sample to the laboratory in Pune. The report has not come yet.

However, the child is being treated based on symptoms. The health department has become alert after the news of Zika Virus. Medical camps have been set up in the village. Awareness is being made about this virus, necessary medicines and treatments are being given. In such a situation, let us know why there is so much fear of Zika virus, how dangerous is this virus…

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How dangerous is Zika virus?

Zika virus is spread by Aedes mosquitoes, which are usually found in hot places. In this disease, organisms increase their own numbers by using body cells. The biggest concern about this disease is that most of the infected people do not know that they are vulnerable to Zika virus. The symptoms of this virus are quite mild. These can be dangerous for pregnant women. Due to this, the brain of the child in the womb does not develop.

What are the symptoms of Zika virus?

Most of the symptoms of Zika virus are not visible. According to WHO, only 1 in 5 patients infected with this virus show symptoms, and they are so common that it is difficult to guess. Its symptoms include fever, headache, joint pain, muscle pain, rash, skin rash or redness in the white part of the eyes.

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How Zika virus spreads and its treatment

Zika is a type of flavivirus, which causes Zika infection. The viruses that cause dengue fever and West Nile infection are also a type of flavivirus. Zika virus is spread by infected Aedes mosquitoes, from a pregnant woman to her fetus, through blood transfusion and sexual activity. No specific medicine has been made yet to treat this virus. It is treated based on its symptoms. The best way to avoid this is considered to be prevention.

How to prevent Zika virus infection

1. Protect yourself from mosquitoes as much as possible

2. Use condoms while having sex in an area affected by Zika virus.

3. Avoid sexual activities for at least three months after returning from infected areas.

4. Pregnant women should not go to Zika virus affected areas.

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