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1. my.clevelandclinic.org › 25083-chikungunyaChikungunya: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

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   May 6, 2024 · Chikungunya is a virus that you get from a mosquito bite. While most people recover within a week, it can cause complications in people with certain health conditions. The best way to avoid chikungunya is to prevent mosquito bites.

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   What is chikungunya disease?

   • Chikungunya is a viral disease transmitted to humans by infected mosquitoes. It is caused by the chikungunya virus and is characterized by sudden fever and joint pain that can be severe and debilitating.

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   What are the symptoms of chikungunya?

   • Chikungunya causes fever and severe joint pain, which is often debilitating and varies in duration; other symptoms include joint swelling, muscle pain, headache, nausea, fatigue and rash. There is currently no approved vaccine or specific treatment for chikungunya virus infections.

   Chikungunya fact sheet - World Health Organization (WHO)

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   Can chikungunya cause death?

   • Death from chikungunya is rare. But the virus can cause severe problems in some people. People at higher risk include older adults, those with long-term conditions such as high blood pressure or diabetes, young children, and pregnant women who might spread the virus to their babies.

   What is chikungunya fever, and should I be worried?

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   Can chikungunya cause fever and joint pain?

   • Chikungunya virus infection can cause an illness with fever and joint pain. If you think you or a family member might have chikungunya, talk with your healthcare provider. There is no specific treatment for chikungunya. Rest, fluids, and pain medicines might relieve symptoms. Most people infected with chikungunya virus will develop some symptoms.

   Symptoms, Diagnosis, & Treatment | Chikungunya Virus | CDC

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3. www.who.int › news-room › fact-sheetsChikungunya fact sheet - World Health Organization (WHO)

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   Dec 8, 2022 · Chikungunya is a disease transmitted to humans by mosquitoes in Africa, Asia, and the Americas; sporadic outbreaks have been reported in other regions. Dengue and Zika have similar symptoms to chikungunya, making chikungunya easy to misdiagnose.

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5. www.cdc.gov › chikungunya › symptoms-diagnosis-treatmentSymptoms, Diagnosis, & Treatment | Chikungunya Virus | CDC

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   May 15, 2024 · Most people infected with chikungunya virus will develop some symptoms. Symptoms usually begin 3–7 days after an infected mosquito bites you. The most common symptoms are fever and joint pain. Other symptoms can include headache, muscle pain, joint swelling, or rash.

6. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditionsWhat is chikungunya fever, and should I be worried?

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   Nov 23, 2023 · Chikungunya (chik-un-GUN-yuh) fever is an illness caused by a virus spread by mosquitoes. The name means "bends you up" or "stooped walk" because the infection causes severe joint and muscle pain. Other symptoms include sudden high fever, headache, fatigue, rash, nausea and red eyes.

7. www.cdc.gov › chikungunyaAbout Chikungunya | Chikungunya Virus | CDC

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   May 15, 2024 · Key points. Chikungunya virus is spread to people by the bite of an infected mosquito. Symptoms can include fever, joint pain, headache, muscle pain, joint swelling, and rash. There are no medicines to treat chikungunya virus disease (chikungunya). Vaccination is recommended for some travelers.

8. www.cdc.gov › chikungunya › causes-and-spreadChikungunya: Causes and How It Spreads - CDC

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   May 15, 2024 · Chikungunya virus disease (chikungunya) is caused by a virus primarily spread to people through the bite of infected mosquitoes. If infected, people can spread the virus to mosquitoes and rarely to other people. The risk of a person spreading the virus is highest during the first week of illness.

9. www.everydayhealth.com › chikungunyaWhat Is Chikungunya? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment ...

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   Mar 2, 2023 · Chikungunya is a viral disease transmitted to humans by infected mosquitoes. It is characterized by sudden fever and joint pain that can be severe and debilitating.