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The Emerging Zika Virus Threat: A Guide for Dermatologists
2016; Adis, Springer Healthcare; Volume: 18; Issue: 2 Linguagem: Inglês
10.1007/s40257-016-0243-z
ISSN1179-1888
AutoresAlice He, Patrícia Brasil, André M. Siqueira, Guilherme Amaral Calvet, Shawn G. Kwatra,
Tópico(s)Virology and Viral Diseases
ResumoWe provide a guide for dermatologists to follow if they encounter patients with a rash and clinical history suspicious of Zika virus infection, including diagnostic testing and management options. We also provide an illustrative case report of a patient from Brazil who was diagnosed with Zika virus infection after presenting with a generalized pruritic rash. One of the most prominent symptoms of Zika virus infection is a cutaneous eruption. As such, it is especially necessary for dermatologists to understand this virus so that they may appropriately recognize this entity as a diagnostic consideration in the clinic. The rash associated with Zika virus infection is most commonly an erythematous maculopapular eruption that presents after an initial 3-4 days of fever, headache, and arthralgia or myalgia. The rash typically lasts for an average of 6 days, and can spread to involve any part of the body, including the face, torso, extremities, palms, and soles.
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