Definition & Bedeutung von "typhoid"

What is "typhoid"?

Typhoid fever is a bacterial infection caused by Salmonella typhi bacteria. It spreads through contaminated food and water or close contact with an infected person. Symptoms often include ongoing fever, headache, stomach pain, weakness, and loss of appetite. In serious cases, it can lead to complications like holes in the intestines or bloodstream infection, which can be life-threatening if not treated quickly with antibiotics. Vaccination against typhoid is available and recommended for individuals traveling to regions where the disease is common. Maintaining good hygiene and drinking clean water can also help prevent typhoid infection.