For your information, let us tell you that Chikungunya is a seasonal disease caused by the bite of Aedes aegypti mosquito and Aedes albopictus mosquito. A new mutated virus of Chikungunya virus is spreading in Pune. Due to this new variant, many health related problems are also arising in the body of people. About 2,000 infections have been recorded due to this virus. Let us know about some symptoms of this new variant.

Symptoms to note

Due to the new mutated virus of Chikungunya, you may see strange symptoms inside your body. If you see blackness around your nose, then you should be careful. Let us tell you that patients suffering from this variant may face the problem of low platelet count just like dengue. This virus can also cause paralysis.

It is important to consult a doctor
Chikungunya can also cause symptoms like fever, joint pain, headache, fatigue and nausea. If you are seeing such symptoms inside your body, then you should consult a doctor as soon as possible without any delay. For your information, let us tell you that the Chikungunya virus is spreading not only in Pune but in many cities of India.

A matter of concern
The increasing cases of Chikungunya in Pune are indeed a matter of concern. The situation is so serious that doctors have sought urgent intervention from the National Institute of Virology (NIV). With the help of vigilance as well as testing, efforts can be made to avoid the attack of this variant.