Chikungunya Treatment in India

Rohan Brown, a 42-year-old construction foreman...

Rohan Brown, a 42-year-old construction foreman and father of two, had always been healthy and active. Two weeks after returning from a family vacation in the Caribbean, he was suddenly hit with a debilitating fever, severe joint pain, and a rash. The pain in his hands, wrists, and ankles was so intense he couldn't hold a coffee cup or walk without assistance. His primary care physician, suspecting a mosquito-borne illness, referred him to an Internal Medicine specialist. The doctor, after a thorough examination and considering his travel history, clinically diagnosed Chikungunya based on his symptoms and ordered confirmatory blood tests (IgM antibodies). The treatment was supportive, focusing on managing his agony. He was prescribed strong anti-inflammatory medications, advised on strict rest, and given physical therapy exercises. The acute phase lasted about ten days, but the joint pain and stiffness, particularly in the mornings, persisted for months. Emotionally, Rohan felt frustrated and helpless. The man who provided for his family was suddenly dependent on them. He feared this might be his new normal. Over time, with consistent gentle exercise and pain management, he regained about 90% of his mobility. The emotional relief was profound; he shifted from despair to cautious optimism, learning to pace himself and appreciate his gradual return to playing with his kids and light work duties.