Respiratory infections are on the rise due to the change in weather. Dr. Suchismitha Rajamanya, HOD and Lead Consultant - Internal Medicine, Aster Whitefield Hospital discusses causes, prevention methods, and treatment options.

There are two main causes of respiratory infections: viruses and bacteria. Common viruses include influenza, H1N1, RSV, and adenovirus.

Preventive Measures

There are several preventative measures including: wearing a mask in public places, following proper cough and sneeze etiquette, avoiding cold items, and getting vaccinated (flu and pneumococcal vaccines). Dr. Suchismitha advises against self-medicating with antibiotics, as this can cause antibiotic resistance.

if you experience symptoms such as cough, cold, fever, headache, and body pains. consult a doctor at the Department of Internal Medicine at Aster Whitefield Hospital.

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