Bengaluru’s erratic weather triggers rise in seasonal illnesses

Chetana Belagere

Aug 21, 2025

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Sunshine in the morning, heavy rains by evening, sudden gusty winds, and a biting chill at night… Bengaluru’s weather over the past few days has been nothing short of unpredictable.

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But this dramatic swing in conditions is not just inconveniencing residents, it is also driving up cases of seasonal illnesses across the city.

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Typhoid, diarrhoea, stomach infections, and skin-related ailments are the most common complaints.

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However, physicians are cautioning Bengalureans not to rush to antibiotics at the first sign of fever or cold

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Patients should consult a doctor for the right diagnosis and treatment instead of buying medicines over the counter.