Define Typhoid fever?
Typhoid fever is defines as acute bacterial infection which is caused due to Salmonella typhi. It is commonly caused due to intake of contaminated water or food, this type of fever is highly contagious and can pass to other people through food or water contaminated by infected people stool.
What are the reasons behind Typhoid fever?
Drinking of contaminated water
Poor sanitation
Taint food
Usage of infected person’s bathroom
If infected person leaves bathroom without washing their hands
Unwashed infected hands contain bacteria that pollute the food, anything they touch or water
What are the symptoms of Typhoid fever?
Typhoid fever symptoms are divided into 2 stages:
Early stage
Prolong Fever
Weakness
nausea
fatigue
Sweating
Headache
Dry cough
Muscle aches
Loss of appetite
weight loss
Stomach pain
Diarrhea
constipation
Skin Rash
Later stage
delirious
body become motionless
exhausted
eyes half-closed
How to diagnose Typhoid?
Blood test
Stool test
How to manage Typhoid?
Wash hands with soap before having food
improved sanitation
Avoid contaminated water
Avoid outdoor food
Do not use raw fruits and vegetables
Drink boiled water
clean water purifier
Do not forget to wash hands after using toilet especially public toilets
Avoid high fibre food, spicy food and oily food in typhoid