Seasonal Viral, Asthma Cases Steady in City Hospitals
Doctors advise precautions as strong winds trigger allergies; no unusual spike in cases yet
Hyderabad: Hospitals were reporting the usual seasonal cases of viral fever and asthma due to changing weather conditions, with doctors saying there is no unusual spike in patient numbers yet despite the delayed onset of the monsoon. Hospital records show one case each of dengue and malaria was reported in the last month, probably the first this season.
The strong winds that the city is experiencing was contributing to additional cooling, and was increasing the chances of allergy triggering in asthma patients. The only precaution to asthma patients is to protect themselves with warm wear.
The Fever Hospital, Nallakunta, the outpatient department is receiving 300 to 400 patients daily, while around 70 patients are admitted.
"These are the numbers we normally see during a seasonal change. Once the outpatient count crosses 400, we can say there is a spike. The queues being witnessed are normal for us because we expect them as the season changes. The high winds are also contributing to the spread of these diseases," in‑charge superintendent Musakhan said.
The hospital is also treating dog‑bite cases. "Last week, 25 to 30 people from Lalapet came with dog‑bite injuries, and five of them with severe injuries were referred to Osmania General Hospital," he added.
Doctors advised people to consume hot food, drink warm water, cover their hands and legs to protect themselves from mosquitoes, and seek immediate treatment for cough and cold to prevent complications.
Dr B. Satyanarayana Reddy, consultant paediatric intensivist and paediatrician at a private hospital, said, "A flu vaccine is mandatory for children less than ten years. We are not seeing the numbers reported in cities like Bengaluru or Delhi. There are a few cases due to seasonal change and viral infections. We are also seeing bronchiolitis in children below ten years."
Meanwhile, the Government General and Chest Hospital is seeing around 350 asthma outpatients daily, with inhalers being distributed to patients. Hospital superintendent Dr M. Shravan Kumar said, "Asthma cases are being seen due to strong winds and viral infections, which are causing breathing problems, including among children."
