How to Diagnose Typhoid Fever: Key Diagnostic Tests to Note
Typhoid fever is a bacterial infection caused by the bacterium Salmonella Typhi. It affects millions of people worldwide every year. This is why awareness and early detection of this bacterial infection are important. Here is all you need to know about typhoid fever: How Does Typhoid Fever Spread? Typhoid is a bacterial infection that spreads through contaminated food and water (with Salmonella Typhi). It is a common infection in many parts of the Indian subcontinent. When the bacteria pass through the intestinal walls, they reach the blood in a short time. The infection can spread to various organs, such as the liver, gallbladder, and bone marrow. Common Symptoms of Typhoid Fever Fever Body ache Weakness Abdominal pain Loss of appetite Cough Slow pulse rate Important Tests for Typhoid Fever Widal Test A Widal test is one of the most common typhoid fever tests. It confirms the presence/absence of serum agglutinins or antibodies (O and H) in the blood. If a Widal test report is positiv...