Chikungunya Hemorrhagic Fever

Infectious Diseases

Contributed byKrish Tangella MD, MBAMar 21, 2018

The topic Chikungunya Hemorrhagic Fever you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Chikungunya.

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Chikungunya is a common infection, seen in Africa and Asia (endemic areas), transmitted by the bites of the Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus mosquito species that are infected with the CHIK virus. The disease can occur as an epidemic
The word Chikungunya in the Kimakonde language (mid-east African region) means "that which bends-up". The infection can cause severe joint pains, which forces the joints to bend-up, in order to decrease the discomfort
The Infection typically results in fever, tiredness, body aches, and joint pains. Some individuals have mild symptoms, while in others it may be severe
Most individuals recover completely from a Chikungunya disease, without any complications. The infection is not usually fatal

Please find comprehensive information on Chikungunya regarding definition, distribution, risk factors, causes, signs & symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment, prevention, prognosis, and additional useful information HERE.

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