Fever
Evaluation of acute and prolonged fever, including dengue, typhoid, malaria, viral syndromes and urinary or chest infections, with targeted testing rather than blind antibiotics.
Symptoms
- Temperature above 100.4°F with chills or sweating
- Body ache, headache and severe fatigue
- Rash, bleeding spots or reduced urine output
- Fever continuing beyond five days
When to consult
- Fever persisting more than 3 days or recurring in waves
- Breathlessness, drowsiness, persistent vomiting or dehydration
- Fever in a person with diabetes, pregnancy or low immunity
Benefits
- Same-day platelet and fever profile interpretation
- Day-care monitoring instead of unnecessary admission
- Responsible antibiotic use with clear stop dates
