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Question: Hi,
In the recent XXXXXXX flooding, my wife had to travel through knee deep water for 10 mins. Is there a need for preventive medication for leptospirosis? So far there is no fever.
Regards,
xxxxx
In the recent XXXXXXX flooding, my wife had to travel through knee deep water for 10 mins. Is there a need for preventive medication for leptospirosis? So far there is no fever.
Regards,
xxxxx
Brief Answer:
She can have chemoprophylaxis with doxycycline.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for trusting Healthcaremagic!
I have gone through your query and I can understand your concerns.
Since your wife exposed to running water with problabe contamination, it is better to take prophylaxis against leptospirosis. However it is not mandatory. She can take doxycycline orally for seven days as a preventive measure. Consult a physician and he will direct you accordingly.
Regards
Dr Shinas
She can have chemoprophylaxis with doxycycline.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for trusting Healthcaremagic!
I have gone through your query and I can understand your concerns.
Since your wife exposed to running water with problabe contamination, it is better to take prophylaxis against leptospirosis. However it is not mandatory. She can take doxycycline orally for seven days as a preventive measure. Consult a physician and he will direct you accordingly.
Regards
Dr Shinas
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