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Are there mosquitoes or stomach bugs at Egypt hotels right now — is it safe to travel?

Based on 2 discussions with 4 participants · Last activity: 6 days ago

TL;DR

Recent guests report no mosquitoes and no stomach virus at the hotel. Travelers recommend going without worry.

What the community said

If you or your child has food poisoning, call your travel insurance company right away — they will send a doctor, administer an IV drip to relieve intoxication, and provide medication. You can typically return to the hotel by evening.

6 days ago Travel insurance: IV drip for food poisoning

A guest at the hotel was looking to obtain a diclofenac injection (painkiller/anti-inflammatory) from fellow travelers. If you plan active activities or have joint/muscle issues, consider packing an NSAID medication.

6 days ago Diclofenac injection

Guests at the hotel are getting coral cuts and minor injuries. It's advisable to pack alcohol-based chlorhexidine antiseptic and cotton pads for wound care.

6 days ago Chlorhexidine (alcohol-based)

Ear infections have been reported at the hotel — guests were asking for ear/anti-inflammatory ointment (Akriderm GK). Consider packing ear infection treatment in your medical kit.

6 days ago Akriderm GK ointment

Ankle sprains have been reported among guests — travelers were asking others for kinesiology tape. Pack elastic bandage or kinesio tape if you plan on active activities.

6 days ago Kinesiology tape / elastic bandage

Guests who just returned confirm there is no rotavirus or any illness going around at the hotel. They rate it excellent and strongly recommend traveling without hesitation.

6 days ago Hotel rating: 5+

A traveler asked whether the rotavirus situation had improved — based on responses, the issue is no longer a concern.

6 days ago

Travelers asked about mosquitoes at the hotel — no complaints about mosquitoes have been reported recently.

6 days ago

A traveler urgently needed anti-diarrhea medication (like Smecta) from fellow guests at the hotel. It's advisable to pack a basic medical kit: rehydration salts, activated charcoal, and anti-diarrhea medicine.

6 days ago Medical kit: rehydration salts, anti-diarrhea meds