Zika virus infection physical examination

Physical examination of patients with Zika virus infection is usually remarkable for fever and a maculopapular rash that often includes the face, trunk, and extremities (may include the palms and soles). Other physical examination findings include non-purulent conjunctivitis and edema.

Physical examination findings of Zika virus include the following:^[1]

• Patient usually appears ill

• Fever

• Maculopapular rash that usually includes the face, trunk, and extremities (may include the palms and soles)

• Conjunctivitis (non-purulent)

• Edema