Relapsing Fever Treatment in India
About Relapsing Fever
Key Highlights
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Effective antibiotic treatment targets the causative Borrelia bacteria.Management of the characteristic episodic high fevers and associated symptoms.Prevention of serious complications such as neurological or cardiac involvement.Supportive care to improve patient comfort during febrile episodes.Education on preventing future tick or louse bites to avoid reinfection.
Who is this surgery for?
- Presentation with recurrent episodes of high fever, chills, headache, and muscle aches.
- History of potential exposure to ticks or body lice in endemic areas.
- Laboratory confirmation via blood smear showing Borrelia spirochetes.
- Positive PCR test for Borrelia species.
- Development of complications like jaundice, meningitis symptoms, or rash.
How to prepare
- Detailed patient history focusing on travel, outdoor activities, and exposure to ticks/lice.
- Physical examination checking for rash, eschar (tick bite site), and organomegaly.
- Blood draw for microscopy (during febrile episode) and PCR testing.
- Baseline blood tests including CBC, liver and kidney function tests.
- Patient counseling on the diagnosis, treatment plan, and potential Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction.
Risks & possible complications
- Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction: an acute febrile reaction following the first antibiotic dose.
- Incomplete treatment leading to relapse of fever episodes.
- Development of complications like meningitis, myocarditis, or liver involvement.
- Side effects from antibiotics (e.g., gastrointestinal upset, photosensitivity with doxycycline).
- Rare risk of persistent neurological symptoms post-treatment.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Fever typically resolves within 24-48 hours of starting appropriate antibiotics.
- Complete the full course of prescribed antibiotics to prevent relapse.
- Monitor for and manage any Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction with supportive care.
- Follow-up blood tests may be done to confirm clearance of infection.
- Implement preventive measures (insect repellent, protective clothing) to avoid future bites.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-3 days
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Expected recovery time:
7-14 days
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering relapsing fever in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for relapsing fever in India include Manipal Hospital Ghaziabad, Manipal Hospital Kanakapura Road, Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, 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 relapsing fever. 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 relapsing fever compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Relapsing Fever in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated internal medicine teams and experience managing patients undergoing relapsing fever.
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Internal Medicine Specialists for Relapsing Fever
Explore experienced internal medicine specialists who regularly perform relapsing fever and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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Manipal Hospital Varthur Road
- 18 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Ranchi
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Manipal Hospital Vijayawada
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Manipal Hospital Doddaballapur
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Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur
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Manipal Hospital Baner
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Manipal Hospitals Broadway
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KMC Hospital Mangalore
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Manipal Hospital Dhakuria
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Manipal Hospitals Broadway
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