Fever in the returning traveller
Jerwood, S.
Acute Medicine 5(2): 58-62
2006
ISSN/ISBN: 1747-4884 PMID: 21611631 Document Number: 18191
Travel-related infections are becoming more common as travel abroad becomes easier. Whilst most imported infections will have recognisable features some of the more obscure will be less familiar to the clinician. A detailed travel history including all stopovers is vital as is a thorough examination. Falciparum malaria is a medical emergency and prompt treatment is essential. Emerging infections such as SARS and avian influenza provide new challenges in diagnosis for the admitting team.
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