“Chikungunya disease” (Chikungunya) or fever, joint pain, mosquitoes is a disease caused by a viral infection with Aedes aedes Carriers are often accompanied by fever and joint pain. The symptoms of this disease will gradually improve on their own, so there is no specific treatment. but it will focus on relieving the symptoms that have now been found flagellate especially in Bangkok and other provinces that in Bangkok itself it has now been found that the number of this disease is increasing. The best defense is not to bite mosquitoes. destroy breeding grounds Aedes aedes Especially in every home surveyed. Sources of water in pots, pots or where there is standing water. It should be discarded or replaced at least once a week.
symptoms of “Chikungunya disease”
The most common symptoms are fever and joint pain Patients may also experience fatigue, headache, nausea, muscle aches, swollen joints, and a rash. what symptoms can manifest after being mosquito Infected bites 3-7 days and can occur acutely. semi-acute or chronic The symptoms of the disease are often similar to those of influence
Usually, patients are treated “Chikungunya disease” Within 1 week, but in some cases, joint pain can last for months or even years. Although this disease cannot cause the death of the patient. But it can cause severe symptoms. especially children who have been infected from birth People over the age of 65 and people with underlying diseases such as Blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease etc. As for the elderly who are unhealthy, they can get sick to the point of death, but this is rare.
because of “Chikungunya disease”
“Chikungunya disease” caused by being Aedes aedes A female infected with the virus bitten by a mosquito the same kind it causes Dengue fever And Zika This type of mosquito is often found during the day. especially in the early morning and late afternoon “Chikungunya disease” It is a disease that spreads easily. But there is a very low probability that the baby will get it from the mother who has the disease. In addition, no cases of infection have been reported among breastfed babies or those infected with blood transfusions.
diagnosis “Chikungunya disease”
also the symptoms of “Chikungunya disease” may be similar to the symptoms of Dengue fever And Zika but if the patient has a history related to this disease live in the source of this disease flagellate with symptoms similar to this disease You should see your doctor for a checkup. Your doctor can test your blood for the virus. Components of genes present in viruses or the immunity of patients against this virus
treatment “Chikungunya disease”
There are currently no vaccines, drugs or treatments. “Chikungunya disease” specific But patients may be able to relieve symptoms caused by the disease by drinking water to prevent the body from becoming dehydrated. get enough rest Including taking medicines to reduce fever and relieve pain that occurs, for example Paracetamol, ibuprofen, naproxen etc.
Patients should not take aspirin or anti-inflammatory drugs until they are sure they are not. Dengue to prevent abnormal bleeding AND you should consult your doctor first if you are taking other medications.
Complications of “Chikungunya disease”
Patients can develop complications such as Bleeding skin blisters etc. Some patients may have symptoms similar to rheumatoid arthritis In the following months, for example Joint pain, arthritis, tendonitis etc.
In addition, some patients may have some serious but less common complications, such as iritis, retinitis, myocarditis, hepatitis, nephritis, meningitis. brain and spinal cord cranial nerve palsy and Guillain-Barre syndrome, etc.
defence “Chikungunya disease”
People who live or have to travel to spread countries “Chikungunya disease” It can prevent infection with:
– Be careful not to bite the mosquitoes. wearing long sleeves and long pants
– Use insect repellents or mosquito coils which can help prevent mosquitoes inside.
– Stay in a room with screened doors and windows. or a sealed room with air conditioning
– Small, sick or elderly children who sleep during the day Sleep in a mosquito net or in a room with a mosquito net to prevent mosquito bites.
– Delete the places of reproduction mosquito such as natural water bodies Containers with standing water, etc.
– in places where the disease is widespread Can spray insecticides to kill mosquitoes and mosquito larvae in water sources where mosquitoes are abundant.
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