Hyderabad, Aug. 26 -- Hyderabad is witnessing a sharp rise in seasonal fevers, with dengue, influenza, and chikungunya spreading rapidly in the aftermath of rains and changing weather.

Doctors at Kamineni Hospitals have cautioned citizens to remain alert and adopt preventive measures to avoid complications.

Speaking at a press conference today, Dr M Swami, Head of General Medicine and Senior Consultant Physician, said this season's dengue cases are showing unusual patterns.

"Patients first experience diarrhea, then fever after a day or two, followed by a platelet drop. Influenza and chikungunya cases are also on the rise. Stagnant rainwater, sudden weather changes, and increasing air pollution are worsening the situation, especially for ...