Multiple Drug Resistance Treatment in India
About Multiple Drug Resistance
Key Highlights
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Provides a structured, evidence-based approach to treating complex, resistant infections.Involves personalized treatment plans based on specific laboratory resistance profiles.Helps prevent the spread of dangerous drug-resistant strains within the community.Managed by an Internal Medicine specialist who coordinates multi-faceted care and monitoring.Aims to achieve microbial cure and improve long-term health outcomes where standard treatments fail.
Who is this surgery for?
- Confirmed or suspected infection that has not responded to first-line antibiotic therapy.
- Laboratory culture results showing resistance to two or more key antimicrobial agents.
- Recurrent infections in a patient with a history of multiple or prolonged antibiotic courses.
- Infections acquired in healthcare settings (hospital-acquired infections) known for high resistance rates.
- Specific conditions like Multi-Drug Resistant Tuberculosis (MDR-TB) or infections with bacteria like MRSA, VRE, or CRE.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive review of the patient's full medical history and previous antibiotic use.
- Collection of appropriate samples (e.g., sputum, blood, urine) for culture and sensitivity testing.
- Baseline blood tests to assess kidney and liver function, which are crucial for metabolizing second-line drugs.
- Patient counseling on the nature of drug resistance, the long treatment duration, and the importance of strict adherence.
- Possible consultations with infectious disease specialists or microbiologists for complex cases.
Risks & possible complications
- Potential for severe side effects from second-line medications, including liver toxicity, kidney impairment, and neurological effects.
- Risk of developing further resistance if the treatment regimen is not followed exactly as prescribed.
- Treatment failure, leading to prolonged illness, chronic infection, or sepsis.
- Higher financial and social burden due to long treatment duration and costly medications.
- Possible drug interactions with the patient's other regular medications.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Recovery is a prolonged process, often taking months, requiring consistent medication adherence.
- Regular follow-up visits with the Internal Medicine specialist for clinical assessment and monitoring of drug side effects.
- Periodic repeat laboratory tests (sputum cultures, blood work) to evaluate treatment response.
- Nutritional support and management of symptoms like fatigue or nausea to improve quality of life during treatment.
- Psychological support or counseling may be recommended due to the stress of a long-term illness.
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Typical hospital stay:
Variable (0 days for outpatient management to several weeks for severe MDR-TB initiation)
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Expected recovery time:
Several months to over a year
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering multiple drug resistance in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for multiple drug resistance in India include Manipal Hospital Ghaziabad, Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Manipal Hospital Kanakapura Road, Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, KMC Hospital Mangalore, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform multiple drug resistance. MediFyr helps you compare internal medicine specialists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for multiple drug resistance compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 551 – USD 5,506 | Variable (0 days for outpatient management to several weeks for severe MDR-TB initiation) | ~ Several months to over a year | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 4,098 – USD 40,978 | Variable (0 days for outpatient management to several weeks for severe MDR-TB initiation) | ~ Several months to over a year | Know More |
Top hospitals for Multiple Drug Resistance in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated internal medicine teams and experience managing patients undergoing multiple drug resistance.
Mangalore, India
38 Doctors
Anjali Gupta, a 58-year-old retired schoolteacher...
Anjali Gupta, a 58-year-old retired schoolteacher from Mumbai, had been battling recurrent urinary tract infections for two years. A history of frequent antibiotic prescriptions for various ailments had left her vulnerable. Her symptoms returned with a vengeance, burning pain, fever, and debilitating fatigue, but this time, the standard antibiotics her GP prescribed had no effect. Her internal medicine specialist, Dr. Sharma, recommended a comprehensive culture and sensitivity test to identify Multiple Drug Resistance (MDR). The process was emotionally draining for Anjali; she felt like a 'medical failure' and feared running out of treatment options. The test revealed an extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) producing E. coli, resistant to most common drugs. Guided by the results, Dr. Sharma started her on a targeted, intravenous carbapenem antibiotic. The treatment required a two-week hospital stay, which was isolating and stressful. However, post-treatment, her infection cleared completely. The emotional shift was profound, from fear and helplessness to immense relief and a cautious optimism. She now works closely with a new GP to avoid unnecessary antibiotics, feeling empowered by the precise knowledge of her condition.
Internal Medicine Specialists for Multiple Drug Resistance
Explore experienced internal medicine specialists who regularly perform multiple drug resistance and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 5 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Kanakapura Road, Bangalore
- 8 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospitals Broadway, Kolkata
- 8 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Bangalore
- 36 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Jayanagar, Bangalore
- 8 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Mysore, Mysore
- 24 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Millers Road, Bangalore
- 25 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Varthur Road, Bangalore
- 6 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Salt Lake, Kolkata
- 20 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Siliguri, Siliguri
- 13 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, Kolkata
- 16 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Varthur Road, Bangalore
- 20 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Dwarka, Delhi
- 34 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
- 13 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, Kolkata
- 8 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Bangalore
- 35 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
KMC Hospital Mangalore, Mangalore
- 20 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
KMC Hospital Mangalore, Mangalore
- 9 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore
- 34 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road, Bangalore
- 10 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneshwar