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Hyderabad viral fever cases rise amid monsoon; doctors warn against antibiotic misuse

Author admin | 28 Aug 2026, 04:39 PM | TELANGANA
Hyderabad viral fever cases rise amid monsoon; doctors warn against antibiotic misuse

Amid ongoing monsoon conditions and elevated humidity levels, doctors at Kamineni Hospitals are reporting a notable increase in outpatient consultations across its LB Nagar and King Koti facilities for viral fevers, influenza-like illnesses (ILI), and acute febrile conditions.
In response to this seasonal surge, hospital’s senior physicians and infectious disease specialists have urged the public to avoid indiscriminate antibiotic use and seek early laboratory diagnosis for fevers extending beyond 72-hours.
The hospital doctors have advised people in Hyderabad to follow a synchronized two-track prevention strategy by maintaining strict vector control by clearing stagnant water receptacles weekly to prevent mosquito breeding, alongside disciplined respiratory hygiene, regular handwashing, and mask usage in crowded indoor environments