Pediatric Scrub Typhus in South Sikkim.
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2012-04
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We present five cases of paediatric Scrub typhus from Community Health Centre, Namchi,
South Sikkim emphasize timely diagnosis of scrub typhus for appropriate management.
Response to doxycycline was good, with fever subsiding within 48-72 hrs of starting the
treatment. Four out of five cases completely recovered once appropriate medication was
given.
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Child, India, Scrub typhus, Sikkim
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Gupta Naveen, Mittal Veena, Gurung B, Sherpa U. Pediatric Scrub Typhus in South Sikkim. Indian Pediatrics. 2012 April; 49(4): 322-324.