Hi doctor, My mother is 45 years old. She suffers from chikungunya. She got this problem due to cold. Please suggest.
Hi. Chikungunya is caused due to chikungunya virus, and it spreads through the mosquitoes. It is not caused due to cold. You can have better prevention by having a mosquito control. Mosquito control focusses on eliminating the standing water where mosquitoes lay eggs, and it develops as a larva. You can also have a mosquito control by using insecticides and insect repellants. Fever and joint pain are the main symptoms. It lasts for a week. NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), Naproxen can be taken, or you can take Paracetamol for fever and pain. Fluids can also be taken.