# Chikungunya joint pain can last months, warns doctor 2026-08-08T06:04:27+00:00 | Health & Science | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet Chikungunya fever may subside within days, but severe joint pain can persist for months, warns Dr Conrad Rui Vas, senior consultant physician at S.L. Raheja Hospital. He cautioned that early symptoms mimic dengue and influenza, often leading to delayed diagnosis. Patients may dismiss the fever and take over-the-counter medication, but this can be dangerous if dengue is present, as certain anti-inflammatory drugs increase bleeding risk. Dr Vas stressed the need for clinical evaluation and lab tests to distinguish the infections. There is no specific cure; treatment focuses on hydration, rest, and pain management. Prevention includes removing standing water, using repellents, and wearing protective clothing. ## Coverage - timesnownews.com Tags: chikungunya, delayed diagnosis, Dr Conrad Vas, joint pain, mosquito-borne disease, public health warning Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/chikungunya-joint-pain-can-last-months-warns-doctor/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/chikungunya-joint-pain-can-last-months-warns-doctor/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.