Doctors at Kamineni Hospitals have reported a rise in viral fevers, influenza-like illnesses and acute febrile conditions in Hyderabad amid monsoon humidity. They advised early testing for persistent fever, strict mosquito control, respiratory hygiene and avoiding indiscriminate antibiotic use.
Doctors in Hyderabad are warning against the routine use of Widal tests amid a surge in viral fevers, saying the test can produce misleading results. They caution that unnecessary testing and treatment may cause anxiety and encourage indiscriminate antibiotic use.
