Hello, Today in test I found that my mom have typhoid I am so worried about my moms health so give me some suggestions regarding typhoid.

Question

Hi. Typhoid is a bacterial infection caused by salmonella typhi. It causes fever loose motion and can cause dehydration. If your doctor prefers he can start antibiotics. Give her plenty of water and food rich in carbohydrates, essential salts and sugar.

Arun R · Accepted Answer

Hi. Typhoid is a bacterial infection caused by salmonella typhi. It causes fever loose motion and can cause dehydration. If your doctor prefers he can start antibiotics. Give her plenty of water and food rich in carbohydrates, essential salts and sugar.

Rushali Angchekar · Answer

Typhoid fever or simply typhoid is also called enteric fever. Basically it is a disease of the abdomen, which also affects the liver and spleen. Typhoid is one of the many diseases that are caused by use of contaminated food and drinks. The bacteria also spreads through utensils washed with contaminated water. It is a contagious disease and is potentially life-threatening. It may occur alongside some other diseases including dengue fever in which case it becomes more alarming. Typhoid symptoms commonly observed symptoms are: continued fever, which may be low but can rise up to 40 degrees celsius (104 degrees fahrenheit) and also fluctuate. Loss of appetite or poor appetite diarrhea or constipation. Diarrhea in most cases, constipation in some cases rash on the body abdominal pain particularly in the liver area headache feeling of general weakness in the advanced stage bleeding in intestines may occur. In most cases, typhoid fever is not fatal but if it remains untreated for long time or is handled badly, it can become fatal. In the advanced stage, intestinal perforation and hemorrhage can occur, which become difficult to treat. Such condition can frequently cause death. Prevention of typhoid fever since typhoid spreads mainly through use of contaminated food and drinks, it is important to maintain good hygiene and sanitation. Always wash your hands before eating and after defecation. Even if you live in clean environments, this aspect of hygiene should never be ignored. Avoid eating from unclean places. If you happen to live in or visit a high risk area, have yourself vaccinated for protection against typhoid. Homeopathic treatment typhoid fever is curable through different medical systems including homeopathy, herbal and allopathic systems.