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📋Overview
Chikungunya is a viral illness transmitted to humans through the bites of infected mosquitoes, specifically the Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus species. The condition is most frequently recognized by a rapid onset of high fever and severe joint pain, though other clinical manifestations can occur during the acute phase of the infection.
This mosquito-borne disease is often found in tropical and subtropical regions where environmental conditions support the lifecycle of the transmission vectors. Clinical observations indicate that the virus causes significant physical discomfort, and the condition is primarily managed through the monitoring of its characteristic symptoms.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0008055Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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