Typhus symptoms include fever, aches, headache, fatigue, weakness, and gastrointestinal problems. Antibiotics treat the disease, but it takes weeks for symptoms to subside. Over-the-counter medications, fluid intake, and a nutritious diet help manage symptoms. Patients should discuss with their doctors before taking any medications or introducing anything new into their diet. Vaccination is recommended for […]
Typhoid can have different symptoms depending on the type. Murine typhoid causes pain in various parts of the body, a rash, high fever, and cough. Endemic typhus causes joint, muscle, and head pain, rash, sensitivity to light, and delirium. Both are spread by lice and flea bites and can be fatal if left untreated. Antibiotics […]
Typhoid fever is caused by bacteria and symptoms include fever, fatigue, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. It is transmitted through contaminated food or water. Antibiotics are the main treatment and have significantly increased survival rates. Chronic carriers can be treated with prolonged antibiotic treatment or removal of the gallbladder. Typhoid fever is a disease caused by […]
Typhoid, caused by Salmonella bacteria, can cause kidney failure, internal bleeding, and inflammation of the intestines. It is highly contagious and spread through fecal matter, affecting the spleen, lymph nodes, liver, and gallbladder. Symptoms include high fever, fatigue, skin rashes, headaches, and abdominal pains. Treatment includes antibiotics, rest, and fluid replacement, and prevention includes vaccination, […]
Epidemic typhus is a bacterial disease that can be fatal if left untreated. It is spread by lice and is most common in times of stress and deprivation. It can be prevented with vaccines and controlled by limiting lice populations. Typhus is also known as petechial fever and can recur as Brill-Zinsser disease. Epidemic typhus […]
