Typhoid Fever

Have you ever been infected by Typhoid?

Yes

No

What do you think how is typhoid fever spread?

It can be caused by Salmonella paratyphi, bacteria that can cause severe illness.

The bacteria are deposited in water or food by a human carrier and are then spread to others.

Can spread by infected person in their stools (faeces) or, less commonly, in their urine.

Where in the world do you get typhoid fever?

United States

South Africa

Pakistan

What are the signs and symptoms of Typhoid Fever?

A high temperature that can reach 39-40°C (103-104°F)

Stomach pain, Constipation or Diarrhoea

Excessive Urination

How Typhoid can be treated?

Can be treated with Antibiotics

Can be treated by physical health care

Can be treated by bed rest

How can you prevent Typhoid fever?

By drinking safe water

Frequent hand washing

Get vaccinated against typhoid fever.

What do you do if you think you have Typhoid fever?

See a doctor immediately

Will take antibiotics

Wait for the further symptoms

What is the bacteria that cause Typhoid fever?

Candida Albicans

Salmonella Typhi

Thiomargarita namibiensis

What is the most common vaccination for Typhoid?

Ampicillin

Metronidazole

What are the common side effects of Typhoid drugs?

Problems relating Urination

Reddening of the skin, especially around the ears

Difficulty with breathing or swallowing