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Illness in returned travellers
1Fairfield Hospital, Melbourne.
Australian Family Physician
|September 1, 1994
Summary
International travel is increasing, leading to diverse travel-related illnesses with varied incubation periods. Doctors should routinely ask about travel history, especially for patients with fever, to diagnose common issues in returned travelers.
Area of Science:
- Travel medicine
- Infectious diseases
Background:
- International travel is common and increasing globally.
- Travel-related illnesses are diverse and present with varying incubation periods.
- Fever in a patient may indicate a travel-related condition.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline common health problems encountered by Australian travelers returning from international trips.
- To emphasize the importance of travel history in diagnosing febrile patients.
Main Methods:
- Review of common travel-related illnesses.
- Focus on conditions prevalent in Australian travelers.
Main Results:
- Travel-related illnesses are diverse.
- Incubation periods vary significantly.
- Fever is a key indicator for considering travel history.
Conclusions:
- A comprehensive travel history is crucial for diagnosing patients, especially those with fever.
- Understanding common travel-related diseases aids in prompt and accurate diagnosis for returned travelers.