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| Chikungunya |
Chikungunya
is an infection caused by the Chikungunya virus
(CHIKV). Symptoms include fever and joint pains.
These typically occur two to twelve days after exposure.
Other symptoms may include headache, muscle pain,
joint swelling, and a rash. Symptoms usually improve
within a week; however, occasionally the joint pain
may last for months or years. The risk of death
is around 1 in 1,000. The very young, old, and those
with other health problems are at risk of more severe
disease. |