what is chickenguniya?

Answer 1

Chikungunya was first described in Tanzania, Africa in 1952. An outbreak of chikungunya was also discovered in Port Klang in Malaysia in 1999 affecting 27 people .

Chikungunya is a relatively rare form of viral fever caused by an alphavirus that is spread by mosquito bites from the Aedes aegypti mosquito, though recent research by the Pasteur Institute in Paris claims the virus has suffered a mutation that enables it to be transmitted by Aedes albopictus (Tiger mosquito). This was the cause of the actual plague in the Indian Ocean and a threat to the Mediterranean coast at present, requiring urgent meetings of health officials in France, Italy, and Spain.

The name is derived from the Makonde word meaning "that which bends up" in reference to the stooped posture developed as a result of the arthritic symptoms of the disease. The disease was first described by Marion Robinson and W.H.R. Lumsden[2] in 1955, following an outbreak on the Makonde Plateau, along the border between Tanganyika and Mozambique, in 1952. Chikungunya is closely related to O'nyong'nyong virus

The symptoms of Chikungunya (also called as Chicken Guinea) include fever which can reach 39°C, (102.2 °F) a petechial or maculopapular rash usually involving the limbs and trunk, and arthralgia or arthritis affecting multiple joints which can be debilitating. The symptoms could also include headache, conjunctival infection, and slight photophobia.

There is no specific treatment for Chikungunya. Vaccine trials were carried out in 2000, but funding for the project was discontinued and there is no vaccine currently available. A serological test for Chikungunya is available from the University of Malaya in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Chloroquine is gaining ground as a possible treatment for the symptoms associated with Chikungunya and as an antiviral agent to combat the Chikungunya virus. According to the University of Malaya, "In unresolved arthritis refractory to aspirin and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, chloroquine phosphate (250 mg/day) has given promising results." Research by Italian scientist, Andrea Savarino, and his colleagues in addition a French government press release in March 2006 have added more credence to the claim that chloroquine may be effective in treating Chikungunya.

Infected persons should limit further exposure to mosquito bites, stay indoors and under a mosquito net. Further, "supportive care with rest is indicated during the acute joint symptoms. Movement and mild exercise tend to improve stiffness and morning arthralgia, but heavy exercise may exacerbate rheumatic symptoms."

The most effective means of prevention are those that protect against any contact with the disease-carrying mosquitos. These include using insect repellent containing DEET or permethrin, wearing long sleeves and pants, and securing screens on windows and doors. It's also important to empty stagnant water where mosquitoes breed.

Answer 2

Chickengunya is a form of viral fever, nowadays spreading in many parts of India. It is characterized by fever, pain and swelling in joints, and headache in some cases, there may be swelling in gums also. It is carried by mosquitoes, so it is important to take care of hygiene.

Answer 3

chikungunya is a form of viral fever.It is cuased by chikungunya virus,which is an alpha virus.this virus was first isolated from tanzania in 1952.
the disease usually starts with sudden onset fever,crippling joint pains,rash and rarely in severe states is assosiated with hemoorhagic manifestations.
The disease is trasmitted by Aedes agypti mosquitoe.
There is no specific tretmant available in allopatic medicine,but the symptoms can be controlled with PARACETAMOL ,The other very important thing in management is taking adequate rest during acute phase of the disease.
Though, ther is no vaccine available to prevent the disease ,simple measures like cotrolling mosquito breeding in the surroundings by preventing collection of stagnant water,prevent breeding in overhead tanks, useof repellents during daytime also[because aedes mosquito is active during daytime.],wearing full sleeved clothes would go a long way in preventig us from aquiring this disease.
p.s
chikungunya rarely causes death,but deaths that do occur seem to be from sides effects of improper&overusage usage of drugs[especially, NSAIDS-nonsteroidal anti inflammmatory drugs ],like,renalfailure incresed propencity of hemmorrhagic manifestations.SO, it is very important to take the drugs under proper guidance of your doctor.

Answer 4

its chikungunya.well that is a disease that is spreading by mosquitoes.you get pains and fever, in severe cases it even causes death.and as mosquitoes breed in damp and humid areas we should avoid leaving water open as they might breed.

Hope u dnt have it.

Answer 5

it is a type of fever with intense joints pain caused due to mosquito bite

Answer 6

U spelled incorrectly!!!

Answer 7

feel it, then u can understand

Answer 8

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