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Chikungunya is a virus transmitted by mosquitoes. It leaves those affected with severe arthritic pain in their joints and the pain can often last for months or even years. There currently is no perfect or 'fast' treatment for chikungunya, but most doctors would treat with aspirin and NSAIDs (Non-steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs). Also being studied as a treatment option is Chloriquine, commonly used as an anti-malaria drug.
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Is chikungunya fatal?
See http:/en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chikungunya
When did Chikungunya outbreaks happen?
Chikungunya outbreaks happened in 2007.
What is the importance of Chikungunya virus?
Chikungunya virus is not important as it causes illness in human body. Chikungunya virus is an pathogen that causes a syndrome with symptoms, such as fever, headache, joint pain and chills.
What is the scientific name of the virus chikungunya?
It's just known as Chikungunya virus, and it belongs to genus Alphavirus.
Is chekunya is kind of dengue?
Chikungunya is not a type of dengue, but both are viral diseases transmitted by mosquitoes, primarily Aedes species. While they share some symptoms, such as fever and joint pain, chikungunya is caused by the chikungunya virus, whereas dengue is caused by the dengue virus. The two diseases are distinct, and their management and prevention strategies differ.
How many people die from Chikungunya every year?
Chikungunya typically results in a low mortality rate, with deaths being rare. The majority of individuals infected with Chikungunya recover fully without severe complications.
Does chikungunya spread by tattooing?
yes
Do mosquitoes spread chikungunya?
yes
Is Chikungunya a Sexually transmitted disease?
yes
Is Chikungunya fever caused by bacteria?
yes
What is lariago what is the frequency you can go for lariago?
Lariago contains 250 mg Chloroquine phosphate and this is the amount required by the body for the treatment of Malaria or Chikungunya. So Lariago should be used 1 daily.
Is chikungunya contagious?
Yes, chikungunya is contagious and can be spread from person to person through the bite of an infected mosquito. It is not spread directly from person to person.
