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Joint pain after chikungunya
It's 15 days post chikungunya. But joint pains are still there. What to do for this? Joint pains in feet, fingers of hand, random joint pains.. After taking zerodol SP it feels better but once effect of tablet is down again it's severe. Can't sleep or move properly. What's usually the case and line of treatment?
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Dr. Sakshi Mittal
Rheumatologist
11 yrs exp
Delhi
Hi. Joint pain after chikungunya usually resolve within a few months, but sometimes can last even upto a few years. If your joint pains are not improving significantly with pain killers, you should consult a Rheumatologist for further treatment
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