A pregnant woman in Pune has been detected with Zika Virus. This infection may spread to the foetus and here is how to maintain precautions during pregnancy. Published: July 2, 2024 10:13 AM IST By Edited by A pregnant woman has tested positive for zika virus in Pune.
This is the second such case and sixth overall case of virus spreading in the city. “A 28-year-old pregnant woman from the Erandwane area was detected with Zika virus infection. Her reports came positive on Friday.
Another woman, who is 12 weeks pregnant, was detected with the infection on Monday, as per PTI reports. Zika virus is a mosquito-borne disease that spreads due to the bite by Aedes mosquito that usually bite in the day. Pregnancy is a sensitive time where the mother and the child require extra care and precaution for everything.
It is essential for moms-to-be to take care of themselves from such infections as it may lead to complications. Zika Virus and Pregnancy Zika virus in pregnant women may cause microcephaly (condition in which the head is significantly smaller due to abnormal brain development) in the foetus.The Zika virus disease is transmitted through the bite of an infected Aedes mosquito, which is also known to transmit infections like dengue and chikungunya.
The virus was first identified in Uganda in 1947. Zika virus may spread from the mother to the foetus th defects, paralysis at time of birth and other complications. It may risk neurological issues for pregnant women and the foetus S.
