Although the common symptoms of chikungunya are: sudden fever, rash in the first few days, muscle aches and headaches, and, above all, pain in the joints such as: hands, feet, knees and back, to the point of preventing basic actions such as opening a bottle, there are even more serious signs that indicate something worse.
According to the Ministry of Public Health, when chikungunya reaches a severe stage, There are certain indicators that warn of this situation and that imply going to the doctor immediately.
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The person that already been diagnosed with this disease, but do not have these severe symptoms, you should follow these recommendations:
Rest in bed and with a mosquito net
Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration and, therefore, hospitalization.
Consume vegetable soups and fruit juices.
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Control fever with wet washcloths at room temperature and with a shower
Refering to preventionthe elimination of mosquito breeding sites is essential, as for example in tires, tanks, drums, disused objects and any container that can accumulate water.
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