Chikungunya leads to an overall weakening of the immune system which has a negative impact on the digestive system. Since no vaccine has been developed yet for preventing..
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Chikungunya takes a heavy toll on the human body. It consists of raging fevers, which confine the patient to a bed for a long period of time. Although the chikungunya..
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A bout of chikungunya fever can severely affect the joints of the body. Resulting pain can last for up to a year, if not attended to in time. However, in most patients the pain..
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Chikungunya is an insect-borne viral disease that is transmitted to humans by the virus-carrying Aedes mosquitoes. This fever is self-limiting and resolves with the passage of..
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Chikungunya (Sandhi Jwara) is a viral disease that is transmitted to humans through the bite of infected Aedes Aepypti mosquito. This mosquito introduces virus into the bloodstream..
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The most recognised symptom of chikungunya is pain in the joints. That is why it is called “Sandhi Jwara” in Ayurveda. Since no vaccine or anti-viral drug is available..
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Chikungunya is a rare form of viral infection that is transmitted by infected aedes aegypti mosquito. Ancient ayurveda describes a similar condition named sandhi jwara (meaning..
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Specific antiviral drugs or vaccine for treatment of chikungunya fever are not available. Hence early diagnosis and proper treatment are important..
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Currently there is no vaccine or specific anti-viral treatment for chikungunya fever. If you have chikungunya fever your doctor will recommend..
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Vaccination for chikungunya may soon be a reality with the successful development of a vaccine by an Indian biotechnology company. Clinical trials are underway to finalise its..
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