Symptoms
Sudden high fever, severe joint pain and swelling, headache, muscle pain, rash.
Cause
Virus spread by infected Aedes mosquito bites, same mosquito that spreads dengue.
Prevention
Eliminate stagnant water around the home, use mosquito repellents and nets, especially during daytime.
Treatment
Rest, fluids, paracetamol for fever/pain; no specific antiviral — joint pain may need longer-term management. Commonly used medicines: paracetamol for fever and joint pain.
See a doctor if
Joint pain is disabling, fever persists beyond a week, or bleeding/severe weakness occurs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the early symptoms of Chikungunya?
Sudden high fever, severe joint pain and swelling, headache, muscle pain, rash.
What causes Chikungunya?
Virus spread by infected Aedes mosquito bites, same mosquito that spreads dengue.
How can Chikungunya be prevented?
Eliminate stagnant water around the home, use mosquito repellents and nets, especially during daytime.
What is the treatment for Chikungunya?
Rest, fluids, paracetamol for fever/pain; no specific antiviral — joint pain may need longer-term management. Commonly used medicines: paracetamol for fever and joint pain.
When should I see a doctor for Chikungunya?
Joint pain is disabling, fever persists beyond a week, or bleeding/severe weakness occurs.
Reviewed by the Swasthya Suchi pharmacy team for general accuracy · Last updated: 2026-08-10