What it is
There is no specific medicine for the virus. Treatment aims to ease symptoms, and serious cases need hospital care.
A single vaccine dose gives long-lasting protection. Some countries require proof of vaccination to enter. Avoiding mosquito bites also helps.
Common signs
- High temperature
- Headache
- Muscle pain and backache
- Feeling or being sick
- Later, yellow skin or eyes, bleeding or confusion in serious cases
How it is usually diagnosed
- Questions about recent travel
- Blood tests
Records worth keeping
Keeping these together makes each appointment easier, especially when you see a new doctor:
- Vaccination certificates
- Travel clinic notes
- Blood test results
- Hospital discharge letters
Questions to ask your doctor
- Do I need the vaccine for my trip?
- Is the vaccine safe for me?
- Do I need a vaccination certificate?
When to get help right away
Call 112 or go to the nearest emergency department if you have:
- A high temperature during or after travel to an affected area: get urgent help the same day and mention your travel
- Yellow skin or eyes, bleeding or confusion: call 112
This page is general information. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace a doctor who knows your history. Medfold keeps your records organised; it does not interpret them.