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Rare
Fewer than 1 million cases per year (India)
Can't be cured, but treatment may help
Spreads by animals or insects
Requires a medical diagnosis
Lab tests or imaging often required
Short-term: resolves within days to weeks
Those who become infected with the virus a second time are at a significantly greater risk of developing severe disease.
Symptoms include high fever, headache, rash and muscle and joint pain. In severe cases there is serious bleeding and shock, which can be life threatening.
Treatment includes fluids and pain-relievers. Severe cases require hospital care.
Ages affected
How it spreads
By animal or insect bites or stings.
Critical: consult a doctor for medical advice
Sources: Apollo Hospitals and others.
Rare
Fewer than 1 million cases per year (India)
Can't be cured, but treatment may help
Spreads by animals or insects
Requires a medical diagnosis
Lab tests or imaging often required
Short-term: resolves within days to weeks
Those who become infected with the virus a second time are at a significantly greater risk of developing severe disease.
Symptoms include high fever, headache, rash and muscle and joint pain. In severe cases there is serious bleeding and shock, which can be life threatening.
Treatment includes fluids and pain-relievers. Severe cases require hospital care.
Ages affected
| 0-2 | Extremely rare |
| 3-5 | Very rare |
| 6-13 | Very rare |
| 14-18 | Very rare |
| 19-40 | Very rare |
| 41-60 | Very rare |
| 60+ | Very rare |
How it spreads
By animal or insect bites or stings.
Critical: consult a doctor for medical advice
Sources: Apollo Hospitals and others.
