Typhoid Fever Freakout
By: Micah and Tonya
Symptoms of Typhoid Fever
It may start with a dull headache, and fatigue. Then you might get a fever, dry cough, no appetite, abdominal pain, and a rash. Then after a week you might have high fever, weight loss, and an enlarged stomach. On the 3rd week you will get delirious, and lie motionless with your eyes half closed. On the 4th fever decreases, and symptoms may occur after two weeks.
Cells
The cell version of Typhoid Fever
Maps
A map of the most recent outbreaks.
Newsletter
A newsletter.
Causes of Typhoid Fever
Causes and Who's affected
Typhoid fever is caused by eating foods or drinking beverages contaminated with Salmonella bacteria. The illness is highly contagious. Who's Affected- Children and Young Adults are at high risk.
Location and Treatments
Location of typhoid fever is worldwide. Also recently in Cental and South America, Aftrica, and Southern Asia. Treatments are antibiotics(Cipro and Rocephin) also drinking plenty of fluids, eating a healthy diet.