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What you need to know about typhoid

What you need to know about typhoid

Typhoid is a bacterial infection that can lead to a high fever, diarrhea, and vomiting. It is caused by the bacterium Salmonella typhimurium (S. typhi). If a doctor catches it early, they can treat it with antibiotics. Otherwise, typhoid can be fatal. A person typically contracts typhoid through contaminated food …

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