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Typhoid fever is one of the most common diseases and its timely management can prevent us from several serious complications. This article will address the symptoms and tests for typhoid fever and what are the effective ways...
Typhoid fever is a life threatening condition caused by salmonella bacteria. This infection usually occurs due to the ingestion of contaminated food or water. They multiply and spread rapidly in the blood.
Symptoms of typhoid fever
Symptoms of the typhoid fever include
- High fever
- Abdominal pain
- Rash
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Nausea and vomiting
- Constipation or diarrhoea
Causes of typhoid fever
Typhoid fever is caused by the bacteria called salmonella typhi which after entering into the human body multiplies rapidly in a blood and if left untreated it can lead to life threatening complications.
People get this bacteria most often from the places where typhoid disease is very common. The bacteria passes out of the body in the stool and urine of people who are carrying the bacteria. Without careful hand-washing after going to the bathroom, the bacteria can move from the hands to objects or other people.The bacteria also can spread from a person who carries the bacteria. It can spread through food and water contaminated with the bacteria
What are the complications of typhoid fever
Typhoid can be life threatening if its not treated timely there are many complications of the typhoid fever few are listed below
- This fever can cause the damage to the intestine which can cause bleeding or inflammation in the intestines
- Infection in blood vessels
- Pneumonia
- Psychiatric problems
- Kidney disease
- Inflammation of the pancreas
Tips for the prevention of typhoid fever
- Wash your hand properly before eating a food and after using a washroom
- Avoid eating raw foods and fruits
- Choose hot foods to eat
- Drink clean water
- To prevent infecting others, Take your antibiotic properly if you are diagnosed with typhoid fever because you can become a carrier for typhoid infection, avoid handling food and wash your hands properly
Diagnostic test for typhoid fever
Widal test: this is the go to test for the typhoid disease.in this test the presence of antibodies against the salmonella typhi (causative agent) was measured.
Blood culture: in this test the blood sample is drawn and placed under the culture to detect the presence of the causative agent of the typhoid called salmonella typhi.if there is a presence of the bacteria in the blood then it will grow on the culture.
Rapid typhoid agglutination test: this test measures the presence of the antibodies produced in response to typhoid fever.
Conclusion
Typhoid fever is a common yet a dangerous condition therefore it is very important to treat it timely the first step of treating id condition is the diagnosis, you get yourself checked for the typhoid fever an early as possible because when it comes to health late is never a good idea
Why ganesh diagnostic is your top choice for typhoid blood test
- Blood test for typhoid is done by using advanced technology
- We have no competition when it comes to the pricing of the test
- We are certified with NABH and NABL
- Typhoid blood test report are available digitally at earliest
Frequently asked question
What are the preventive measure for typhoid fever
Wash your hands properly, avoid eating raw food or fruit,drink clean water
Who are at risk of developing typhoid fever
Someone who has recently travelled to a area where the prevalence of typhoid fever is high
When can i get my test results
You can get your test results with 24 hrs from the ganesh diagnostic centre
Why should i get typhoid test done
If you are suffering symptoms suggestive of typhoid then you should definitely get this test done so that timely intervention can be done
What is the treatment for typhoid fever
Your doctor will prescribe you antibiotics for the typhoid fever with that supportive care is also recommended.
