Viral Infections and Dengue Cases Surge in Hyderabad

"There has been a recent rise in dengue and influenza cases. Most of the patients are coming with symptoms of fever, myalgias and rash. Consult a doctor if the fever goes beyond 3-5 days and get necessary blood tests done to avoid complications. Also, influenza, in severe cases, can cause pneumonia and



respiratory failure. Therefore, getting an influenza vaccine every year is the best way to reduce the risk."

The second leading cause of illness, after viral fever, was a rise in respiratory tract infections, doctors said, with those who were earlier diagnosed Covid-19 positive suffering the most.

Doctors also stressed that those with dengue and respiratory tract infections needed admission and intensive care, in cases where comorbid conditions existed.