Question 1

what causes recurrent diarrhea. is it possible that relapse of typhoid can give diarrhea after a year. pls help.

Accepted Answer

Very unlikely: There are many causes of intermittent or recurrent diarrhea. Relapse of previous typhoid fever is probably one of the most rare of all possibilities. But see a doctor if the diarrhea continues or you otherwise remain concerned.

Question 2

my friend sindhu is 20yrs willing to grow tall and her height is 5ft and she had typhoid at the age of 13 does this affect her growth and give tips ?

Accepted Answer

Growth done: The likelihood of any further growth at age 20 is little to none.Growth centers in the long bones start to close after menses and finish by age 17 in most women. It is hard to say what if any impact an illness had on her final health without more details.

Question 3

after being treated for typhoid can the widal test be repeated to make sure infection is gone.am told antibodies are formed & will give a false report?

Accepted Answer

No need: But close followup with your doctor after treatment for several months is needed for possibility of relapse, although remote. Check the CDC travel medicine advice if you travel often, especially to Asia, vaccine is available, good luck

Question 4

is it necessary to take  typhoid  vaccine if i go for swimming .i  had taken one three years back.shall i repeat it now please give the name?

Accepted Answer

Typhoid: No you dont need to take a typhoid shot if you want to swim.

Question 5

can a dentist/hygienist give you typhoid if they are typhoid carriers as they will touch your mouth and inside of it as well?

Accepted Answer

: While the usual  barrier nursing will protect a patient from fluid contaminations, active carriers of typhus should not be treating patients.

Question 6

is it advised to repeat test for typhoid fever after the antibiotic course is over and no symptoms prevail.will antibodies give a false report if done?

Accepted Answer

Different issues: IgM antibody to typhoid indicates an acute or very recent infection , IgG indicates protection from a previous exposure.

Question 7

please what can i do to get permanent relief from typhoid fever? i get relapse every year.

Accepted Answer

Typhoid fever: Typhoid fever is a bacterial infection caused by salmonella strains.  Prevention is best with proper sanitation and good personal hygiene. Clean food preparation and hand washing can aide in prevention.  Proper public sanitation practices are needed.  There are vaccines for prevention. Not sure if they are available in your public health department.  Hope this helps

Question 8

i have typhoid . what to do?

Accepted Answer

Seek medical care: If you haven't already done so. I suspect you were looking for more info than this. Please clarify and re-ask.

Question 9

what are the complications of typhoid?

Accepted Answer

Fever & GI bleeding: Typhoid and paratyphoid fevers are caused by bacteria.  If infected you may have high fevers (which can last a month), headache, diarrhea, intestinal bleeding, and dehydration. Some develop a chronic carrier state-- persitent infection without symptoms. Rarely  a hole can develop in the intestines which can be life-threatening. Treatement of typhoid fever involves hospitialization and antibiotics.

Question 10

what are the chances of getting typhoid in the us?

Accepted Answer

Uncommon: But quite possible.  The organism is present, but in most instances the water purification systems prevent widespread transmission, and with a low incidence of fecal carriage, acquiring it here is unusual.  Travelers to third world countries may be at significant risk.

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My friend sindhu is 20yrs willing to grow tall and her height is 5ft and she had typhoid at the age of 13 does this affect her growth and give tips ?

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After being treated for typhoid can the widal test be repeated to make sure infection is gone.am told antibodies are formed & will give a false report?

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Is it necessary to take typhoid vaccine if i go for swimming .i had taken one three years back.shall i repeat it now please give the name?

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Can a dentist/hygienist give you typhoid if they are typhoid carriers as they will touch your mouth and inside of it as well?

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Is it advised to repeat test for typhoid fever after the antibiotic course is over and no symptoms prevail.will antibodies give a false report if done?

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Please what can i do to get permanent relief from typhoid fever? i get relapse every year.

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I have typhoid . what to do?

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What are the complications of typhoid?

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