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WEIL FELIX TEST POSITIVE

2025-08-06 04:55:22
My son 3yr old and daughter 9yr old got high fever 15 days back and admitted hospital and diagnosed weil felix test positive. Reason for this test positive and how to prevent in future. My son got light  fever from last 2days. Please suggest.
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A positive test suggests rickettsial  infection, scrub typhus. Is the fever still present for both the kids? What medications have they received? Will require detailed discussion for any further advice.

Answered2025-08-10 22:29:15

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Consult with Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment

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