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Best Infectious Disease specialists in vasanthanagar bengaluru (2 doctors)

Dr. Divya K S, Infectious Disease specialist

Dr. Divya K S

Infectious Disease specialist

6 Years • MBBS, DNB (Int. Med.)

2 KM • Bengaluru

Apollo Hospitals Sheshadripuram, Bengaluru

2000

150 Cashback

900

No Booking Fees

Dr. Krishna Ramanathan, Ent Specialist

Dr. Krishna Ramanathan

Ent Specialist

10 Years • MBBS DNB

10 KM • Bengaluru

Apollo Clinic, JP nagar, Bengaluru

750

113 Cashback

750

No Booking Fees

FAQs

What are the most common diseases that infectious disease specialists treat?

Infectious disease specialists treat almost all diseases caused by microorganisms. Some of the most common ones are urinary tract infections (UTIs), HIV/AIDS, pneumonia, tuberculosis, and tropical diseases like malaria.

Why have I been referred to an ID doctor?

You may be referred to an ID doctor by your physician if your infection is difficult to diagnose, your infections are resistant to treatments like antibiotics, you have signs of high fever and infection, your illness is because of your travel history, and you are diagnosed with HIV/AIDs or Hepatitis B and C.

How do ID specialists diagnose infectious diseases?

ID specialists may recommend you to get a couple of tests done to diagnose the type of infection. Some of these tests are blood tests, microscopy, cultures and sensitivity of blood, urine, sputum, stool, wound swab, and joint fluid. Sometimes you may also be asked to get imaging tests such as X-rays, ultrasound, MRI scans, and CT scans done.