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what is chikungunya disease?

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Chikungunya: Chikungunya is a virus that is  primarily transmitted to humans via the bite of infected mosquitoes. There have been outbreaks in Asia, Africa, Indian Ocean, Pacific Ocean, Europe &amp; the Caribbean.  As of 2014 there have been no outbreaks in the continental United States. Symptoms include fever, pain of multiple joints, muscle pain,nausea, vomiting, rash, headache &amp; conjunctivitis.  Serious

Question 2

what are symptoms of chikungunya?

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Chikungunya: Symptoms include fever, pain of multiple joints, muscle pain,nausea, vomiting, rash, headache &amp; conjunctivitis.  Serious complications can sometimes occur. Death from Chikungunya is rare.

Question 3

what sort of disease is chikungunya?

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Viral infection: It is one of arthropod borne viruses causing fever, similar to dengue fever.

Question 4

are the symptoms of chikungunya bad?

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YES: Chikungunya is caused by a togavirus virus that is transmitted by the aedes aegypti mosquito. It can cause a debilitating illness, most often characterized by fever, headache, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, muscle pain, rash, and joint pain.

Question 5

what things make chikungunya more likely?

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Mosquitos & Africa: It is a virus that is transmitted through mosquitos in the tropical portions of africa, asia, and india.  So visiting or living in those areas, particularly during the rainy season, when mosquitos are most prevalent, would make infection more likely.

Question 6

what is the solution for chikungunya disease?

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Chikungunya Tx: is largely symptomatic in nature. There is no vaccine to prevent it &amp; no specific treatment for it. Rest, hydration and Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications are recommended. Skin discoloration may occur which can be treated w topical corticosteroids (use sunscreen). For itching (urticaria) an antihistamine may help. Topical antibiotics may be used on ulcers. Oral corticosteroids may be &gt;

Question 7

can i breadtfeed my baby as i have chikungunya?

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Breastfeeding: There are no studies in the literature that conclusively demonstrate significant danger to the baby with breastfeeding while ill with chikungunya.  The significant benefits of breastfeeding most likely outweigh the risks.

Question 8

do lots of people get chikungunya, or is it unusual?

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Lots of people...: ...In southern asia and sub-saharan africa.  In the rest of the world, it is unusual.

Question 9

if chikungunya is contracted will it lead to immunity afterwards?

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Yes: According to the WHO, infection with chikungunya can confer lifelong immunity. This encourages us to envision a vaccination in the future.

Question 10

my grandmother has been diagnosed with chikungunya after returning from a trip from st.thomas.

Accepted Answer

Plenty of liquids: Take plenty of liquids Tylenol (acetaminophen) for fever and NSAIDs for the joint pain if not allergic.  The joint paint could last couple of months. Good luck.

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