More than 200 struck with mysterious disease in India
There was confusion and panic in the southern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh on Sunday (December 6),
as at least 227 people were admitted to hospital, having contracted an unknown disease.
The first case of the mysterious illness was reported on Saturday.
Doctors said the symptoms include dizziness, nausea, headache and epilepsy-like symptoms, affecting both young and old alike.
The state's health minister who visited Eluru Government General Hospital said the situation is under control, with all patients now reported as stable.
Blood samples were sent to labs and no viral infections were detected.
All the patients were tested for COVID-19 and all tested negative, according to local media reports.
The state government is now focusing on the areas where cases are prevalent and a door-to-door survey is being conducted to monitor condition of the residents.
