Scrub typhus in a tertiary care hospital in the eastern part of Odisha

Conclusion Our results showed that Scrub typhus should be considered in the differential diagnosis of POU associated with breathlessness, myalgia, rash, gastrointestinal symptoms, hepatorenal syndrome or ARDS. Empirical treatment with Doxycycline may be given in the cases with strong suspicion of Scrub typhus.
Source: Apollo Medicine - Category: Journals (General) Source Type: research