Fever in the returned traveller

Fever in the returned traveller - Diagnosis

There are a myriad of possible infectious causes of fever in the returned traveller. Much of the clue is in the travel history as well as the activities the traveller was engaged in.

Investigations should be directed and guided by the clinical syndrome, travel history and physical examination findings. Blood tests, body fluid analysis or radiological investigations may be ordered to help confirm the diagnosis.

Fever in the returned traveller - Preparing for surgery

Fever in the returned traveller - Post-surgery care

Fever in the returned traveller - Other Information

Article contributed by Infectious Diseases, Singapore General Hospital

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