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The chikungunya virus has symptoms that include fever, joint pain, joint inflammation, muscle pain and weakness, headache, and a rash. This virus is transmitted to humans by the bite of an infected mosquito.

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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.


Is chikungunya fatal?

See http:/en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chikungunya


When did Chikungunya outbreaks happen?

Chikungunya outbreaks happened in 2007.


How is chickunguniya caused?

Chikungunya is a disease caused by a bite of an infected mosquito. The mosquito transmits this viral disease to humans, which can cause symptoms like fever, fatigue, joint and muscle pain, and headaches. It is an RNA virus.


What is the scientific name of the virus chikungunya?

It's just known as Chikungunya virus, and it belongs to genus Alphavirus.


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.


What are the symptoms of chickungunya?

Chikungunya is a virus that is spread to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. The most common symptoms are fever, petechial rash on the trunk of the body (tiny red dots), and severe arthritic joint pain. Other symptoms include intense headache, insomnia, and extreme fatigue.


Does chikungunya spread by tattooing?

yes


Do mosquitoes spread chikungunya?

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Is Chikungunya a Sexually transmitted disease?

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Is Chikungunya fever caused by bacteria?

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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.