Typhoid Fever

Typhoid fever, also known as enteric fever, is a potentially fatal illness caused by the bacterium Salmonella Typhi. For centuries, typhoid fever was a widely feared disease that caused frequent outbreaks with high death rates. While typhoid has become rare in industrialized nations, it continues to be a serious public health issue in developing countries. An estimated 11-20 million cases still occur worldwide each year. Understanding the symptoms, causes, risk factors and advances in diagnosis and treatment of typhoid is key for proper prevention and care.