Fever during the Mumbai monsoon often creates one immediate question “Is this dengue, malaria or leptospirosis?” It is a reasonable concern. Mumbai sees a predictable rise in these infections during and after periods of heavy rain and waterlogging. In July 2026, BMC surveillance data reported 1,380 malaria cases, 466 dengue cases and 78 leptospirosis cases, […]

Persistent fever for more than 5 days? Learn the symptoms, diagnosis, treatment,  prevention, and vaccination for typhoid fever from an Infectious Diseases specialist.  Persistent Fever for More Than 5 Days? Could It Be Typhoid?  You’ve had a fever for nearly a week. Your platelet count is normal. The malaria test is  negative. Yet the fever

Leptospirosis is one of the world’s most common yet underdiagnosed bacterial zoonotic diseases.  Every year, more than one million people develop severe leptospirosis globally, leading to  nearly 60,000 deaths, with the highest burden occurring in tropical and subtropical countries.  India reports a significant number of cases, particularly during the monsoon season, when  flooding, waterlogging, and

Malaria is one of the world’s most important mosquito-borne diseases and continues to affect millions of people every year. Despite major advances in healthcare, malaria remains a significant cause of illness and death in many tropical and subtropical countries, including parts of India. Fortunately, early diagnosis and prompt treatment can prevent serious complications and save

“Doctor, it’s just a viral fever… I’ll wait for another day.” As an Infectious Diseases specialist, this is one of the most common—and sometimes the most dangerous—sentences I hear during the monsoon. Every dengue season, I meet patients who delayed medical attention because they thought the fever would settle on its own. Many do recover

Introduction Accidental exposure to HIV can be a frightening experience. Whether it occurs through unprotected sexual contact, a needle-stick injury, condom failure, or exposure to blood or body fluids, the anxiety that follows can be overwhelming. Fortunately, modern medicine offers an effective emergency intervention known as Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) that can significantly reduce the risk

Why Your Fever After Travel Should NEVER Be Ignored In today’s interconnected world, travel has become easier, faster, and more frequent than ever before. Whether it is an international vacation, a business trip, a pilgrimage, a cruise holiday, or even domestic travel to tropical regions, people are constantly moving across cities and countries. But sometimes,

Why Do We Feel Hungry All the Time? Feeling hungry frequently throughout the day is a common concern for many people. While most assume that hunger simply means the body needs more food, the truth is far more complex. Hunger is regulated by a delicate interplay of hormones, brain signals, lifestyle habits, sleep patterns, and

The world is travelling again—and Indians are leading the charge. From quick getaways to Thailand and Bali, to African safaris, European holidays, and spiritual yatras within India, travel has become more accessible and frequent than ever before. But alongside this surge in tourism comes an often-overlooked risk: tropical infections. As an infectious diseases specialist, one

Globalisation has transformed India into one of the world’s most connected nations. International tourism, overseas employment, higher education abroad, pilgrimage travel, and corporate mobility have increased dramatically over the past decade. While this global connectivity has created immense economic and cultural opportunities, it has also introduced new and complex healthcare challenges. Travel medicine is emerging