Health problems can occur during or after travel, ranging from mild conditions to more serious illnesses. This section offers practical advice on what to do if you develop symptoms such as fever, diarrhea, or injuries while traveling or after returning home. It also helps you recognize when medical attention is needed.
Diarrhea is something that no one want during the trip. Unfortunately, it’s pretty common among travelers in Asia. According to our research, up to 16% of travelers developed diarrhea during their trip in Southeast Asia. However, if you are the one who has diarrhea, there is no need to panic. Because most diarrhea are mild…
Having a confirmation of dengue infection, the doctor might allow you to return back home after a thorough evaluation of the routine blood test (CBC). You will be reassured and encouraged to stay well hydrated by adequately drinking plenty of fluids, advised to return back if feeling worse or on the next follow up which…
Everyone enjoys traveling; falling ill while traveling is unpleasant and can be worrying not to know what is happening or what to do next, especially being away from home. It is not uncommon to wake up with a fever, a bit of nausea after being bitten by a few mosquitoes a week or two ago.…
Bitten or scratched by a dog, cat or monkey is a common problem seen in our travel clinic. Most important concern in this scenario is a rabies risk. Since it is a serious and untreatable disease. Once someone develop symptoms of rabies, it will always fatal. So we have to do everything we can to…
