At times cases may be misdiagnosed as viral fever, dengue hemorrhagic fever, malaria etc. Treatment and Prevention Specific treatment with anti-microbials is effect if started early in the course of illness. Penicillin, cephalosporins, doxycycline, erythromycin are all effective. Preventive measures includes elimination or minimization of human contact with contaminated water, soil of vegetation. Proper protective clothing such as boots and gloves are recommended in areas where risk is perceived to be high.
Diagnosis is based on serological tests and isolation of leptospirosis from the blood and urine.
Facilities for serological disease are available with NICD, ICMR and several medical institutions including State Govt. Hospitals and Medical Colleges. A team from National Institute of Communicable Diseases has also been deputed to assist the State Health Authorities in containment and investigation. The Central Government is seized of the matter and closely monitoring the situation. All Central assistance required and considered necessary will be provided to the State Government.