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What Causes Pain In Lower Limb After Chikungunya?
hello sir, i m an anaesthetist by profession. i suffered chikungunea in october last year. at that time fever and pain lasted for about 15 days and was on symptomatic treament. since then i am feeling pain in my both lower limbs whenever i work for 2- 3 hrs in standing position. now this pain is gradually increasing. plz give ur expert opinion and right treatment for the same.
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Hello,
It is due to arthritis and is quite common after chikunguniya and dengue. In most cases it will settle without further complications. Consult a rheumatologist and he will direct you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain
It is due to arthritis and is quite common after chikunguniya and dengue. In most cases it will settle without further complications. Consult a rheumatologist and he will direct you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain
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