Chikungunya Flashcards
1
Q
How is chikungunya virus transmitted?
A
Aedes aegypti and albopictus
2
Q
What are the features of chikungunya?
A
High fever with rigors
Severe arthralgia +/- joint inflammation. 20% can’t walk…may become chronic
Rash similar to dengue and itchy
3
Q
How do you diagnose chikungunya?
A
RT-PCR
IgM
4
Q
Where is chikungunya found?
A
Asia, Africa, Europe and Americas
