Symptoms of Typhoid – A J Multispeciality Hospital, Mangalore
Typhoid fever is a potentially serious bacterial infection caused by Salmonella typhi. At A J Multispeciality Hospital in Mangalore, our infectious disease specialists are well-equipped to diagnose and treat typhoid with precision and care.
Common Symptoms of Typhoid Fever
Typhoid symptoms usually develop 6 to 30 days after exposure to the bacteria. The most common signs include:
- **Persistent High Fever (up to 104°F or 40°C)
- **Weakness and Fatigue
- **Headache
- **Loss of Appetite
- **Abdominal Pain and Cramping
- **Constipation or Diarrhea (more common in children)
- **Dry Cough
- **Skin Rash(rose-colored spots, especially on the chest and abdomen)
- **Enlarged Spleen or Liver
In severe or untreated cases, typhoid can lead to serious complications like intestinal bleeding, confusion, or even perforation of the intestine.
When to See a Doctor?
Visit A J Multispeciality Hospital, Mangalore if you or someone in your family experiences prolonged fever, especially after recent travel or exposure to unsafe food and water. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for a quick recovery.
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Typhoid fever is a potentially serious bacterial infection caused by Salmonella typhi. At A J Multispeciality Hospital in Mangalore, our infectious disease specialists are well-equipped to diagnose and treat typhoid with precision and care.
Common Symptoms of Typhoid Fever
Typhoid symptoms usually develop 6 to 30 days after exposure to the bacteria. The most common signs include:
- **Persistent High Fever (up to 104°F or 40°C)
- **Weakness and Fatigue
- **Headache
- **Loss of Appetite
- **Abdominal Pain and Cramping
- **Constipation or Diarrhea (more common in children)
- **Dry Cough
- **Skin Rash(rose-colored spots, especially on the chest and abdomen)
- **Enlarged Spleen or Liver
In severe or untreated cases, typhoid can lead to serious complications like intestinal bleeding, confusion, or even perforation of the intestine.
When to See a Doctor?
Visit A J Multispeciality Hospital, Mangalore if you or someone in your family experiences prolonged fever, especially after recent travel or exposure to unsafe food and water. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for a quick recovery.
https://www.ajhospital.in/...
Typhoid: Symptoms, Transmission, And Prevention
Typhoid, caused by Salmonella Typhi, spreads via contaminated food and water. Prevention includes vaccination, safe water, sanitation, hygiene, and community health measures
https://www.ajhospital.in/news/typhoid-symptoms-transmission-and-prevention
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