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Salmonella typhi via travel. got 10 days cipro 500mg, 3x daily;no more symptoms.stool still +. then got 1 month, cipro, 3x daily. ok or too much meds?

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Salmonella: salmonella carriers may be asymptomatic and extended course of antibiotics may be given. There is no clear approach about its eradication.

Answered 4/17/2017

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