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Typhoid Fever
SYMPTOMS gradually begin with headache, loss of appetite, backache, chilly
sensations, constipation and abdominal pain. In a few cases rose-colored
spots may appear on the chest and abdomen. Sometimes diarrhea & Pneumonia.
CAUSES are an infection by S. typhi bateria. The bacteria may be transmitted
by contaminated milk, food and water, or from urine or stool of an already
infected person.
TREATMENT. Replacement of fluid, antibiotics and nursing care.