Define chikungunya??

Chikungunya is a viral disease transmitted to humans through the bite of infected mosquitoes, particularly the Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus species. Symptoms of chikungunya include fever, joint pain, muscle pain, headache, fatigue, and rash. The disease is typically not fatal but can cause severe joint pain that may persist for months or even years. There is no specific treatment for chikungunya, and prevention focuses on avoiding mosquito bites.

Chikungunya is a viral infection transmitted through the bite of infected mosquitoes, primarily Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus. It is characterized by sudden onset of fever, severe joint pain, headache, muscle pain, fatigue, and nausea. The name "chikungunya" is derived from the Makonde language, and means "that which bends up." This refers to the crippling joint pain that is a hallmark of the disease.