Reason Behind Persistent Pain and Weakness in Dengue and Chikungunya

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Highly Virulent Nature of Dengue and Chikungunya Virus

Dengue and Chikungunya occur due to viral infections. These viruses are different from ordinary viral fever. Both these viruses reach deeper into the body organs and give a very strong and persistent fight to our body.

To eliminate these viruses, our body's defense forces, which we call the immune system, usually need a very strong and persistent counter-attack.

Overwhelming Immune Response

Even though the fever disappears soon but due to strong immune response, weakness and pains could persist for over a year.

This response is especially stronger in the body of middle-aged women and in those who suffer from thyroid problems. The response is also stronger in people who are infected from multiple strains of these viruses at the same time. In such groups of people, the chances of prolonged pains and weakness are much higher.

About the author: Dr. Naval Asija is a licensed MBBS Physician from India. MBBS is the equivalent of the MD degree offered by international medical schools. He is based in Delhi, India, and works as a medical writer, editor, and consultant. He supports medical researches as an author's editor, medical communication companies involved in medico-marketing activities, and medical technology companies in improving their products. He can be contacted via his LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/navalasija/

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