Chikungunya is rarely a life-threatening disease. Nevertheless widespread occurrence of the disease causes extensive morbidity and financial loss.
One cannot miss the prominent symptoms in a typical case of Chikungunya. After an incubation
period of 3-12 days the following symptoms are noted-
High fever typically lasts for two days and may abate all of a sudden
Joints pain that are severe
and often crippling
Petechiae- tiny purplish red spots on the skin or reddish measly rash usually on the extremities and upper body
Associated headaches
Eye infections
Over sensitiveness to light
Difficulty to sleep
Severe weakness over a variable period of 5-7days after the first onset of symptoms.
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Influenzum 200 together with Eup. perf 200 taken both for prophylactic treatment as well as for acute symptoms of chicken gunya.
Homoeopathy has a good scope in dealing with Chikungunya. homoeopathic prescription deals with proper case taking and dispensing appropriate medicines. Thanks, Dr.Mani Iyer
seeking for employment as a homeopathic medical pratitioner with D.H.M.S