Chikungunya 2024:Beware of Symptoms, Transmission, Treatment and Preventive Measures
Chikungunya 2024:Beware of Symptoms, Transmission, Treatment and Preventive Measures Chikungunya is a viral infection transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. The name "chikungunya" comes from a word in the Kimakonde language meaning "that which bends up," referring to the severe joint pain it causes. Symptoms: Chikungunya[/caption] Fever Severe joint pain, often in the hands, wrists, ankles, and knees Muscle pain Headache Fatigue Rash Nausea Vomiting Transmission: The virus is spread through the bite of an infected Aedes aegypti or Aedes albopictus mosquito, the same types of mosquitoes that transmit dengue and Zika viruses. [caption id="attachment_6599" align="alignright" width="300"] Asian tiger mosquito, Aedes albopictus It cannot be spread directly from person to person. Treatment: There is no specific medication to treat chikungunya. Treatment focuses on managing symptoms, such as: Rest Fluids Pain relie...