ISLAMABAD: The National Health Services (NIH) Ministry has released a nationwide advise for the prevention and management of Chikungunya virus illness.
As to the nationwide health authorities’ recommendation, chikungunya is a virus spread by Aedes mosquitoes. The sickness is caused by the Chikungunya virus (CHKV). “That which bends up” is how the phrase “Chikungunya” refers to the hunched over positions of the afflicted patients.
It said, “Chinkungunya is now endemic in many parts of the country like Dengue fever following the outbreak in Karachi and other parts of the country.” The caution states that the beginning of disease can happen anywhere from two to twelve days after exposure, but it usually happens four to eight days later. The duration of viralemia is five to seven days after the onset of symptoms.
Aedes mosquitoes, particularly Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus, are the primary vectors of chikungunya virus transmission. During the day, these mosquitoes are busy. Aedes aegypti may feed easily indoors, however both species can be seen biting outside. The transfer usually happens during the hot, wet season, or shortly after.
It has also been documented that mothers who contracted the illness in the final week before giving birth can pass it on to their offspring.
Rare cases of spontaneous abortions after maternal infection with the Chikungunya virus have been reported. There isn’t any proof that breast milk can spread the infection.
The recommendation stated that the condition has no particular treatment and that the primary focus is on symptom control. There is currently no vaccination or antiviral medication available for use in therapy or prevention.
It is recommended that patients receive symptomatic therapy, obtain plenty of rest, and drink fluids to prevent dehydration. On the other hand, patients are cautioned against using aspirin and other NSAIDS, such as naproxen, ibuprofen, etc.
