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What Are The Symptoms And Incubation Period For Zika Virus?

what is the incubation period for Zika virus and what are presenting symptoms? I recently returned from Central America and there were mosquitos in the area. I had been home 1 week before breaking out in a rash which started in hands and feet and has progressed over 48 hours to now cover most of my body. What are the symptoms and incubation period for Zika virus?
Tue, 24 May 2016
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Hi.
I have gone through your question and understand your concern.
Zika virus is a new emerging mosquito borne disease. Its incubation period is not clear,likely to be few days.As it is spreaded by bite of Aedes mosquito which is popularly known to spread dengue fever.

Symptoms of Zika virus are similar to dengue, which include fever, skin rashes, conjunctivitis, muscle and joint pain, malaise, and headache. These symptoms are usually mild and last for 2-7 days.

I would suggest you to get Complete Blood Count,complete bed rest and raise intake of fluids.If it gets worse and find any bleeding manifestations then consult your doctor.

Regards

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What Are The Symptoms And Incubation Period For Zika Virus?

Hi. I have gone through your question and understand your concern. Zika virus is a new emerging mosquito borne disease. Its incubation period is not clear,likely to be few days.As it is spreaded by bite of Aedes mosquito which is popularly known to spread dengue fever. Symptoms of Zika virus are similar to dengue, which include fever, skin rashes, conjunctivitis, muscle and joint pain, malaise, and headache. These symptoms are usually mild and last for 2-7 days. I would suggest you to get Complete Blood Count,complete bed rest and raise intake of fluids.If it gets worse and find any bleeding manifestations then consult your doctor. Regards