Are antibiotics making viral fevers last longer? Says expert
Viral fevers are lasting longer due to antibiotic misuse, warns Dr Siri M Kamath, senior Consultant Physician in BGS Gleneagles Global Hospital, Bengaluru. Antibiotics don’t treat viruses and harm gut health, weakening immunity, prolonging illness. She advises responsible use of medicines, adequate rest, hydration, proper medical guidance to aid recovery, help prevent rising antibiotic resistance.