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Typhoid fever is a bacterial infection commonly found in developing countries such as South America, Latin America, Africa, Eastern Europe, and parts of Asia (excluding Japan). The disease is transmitted through poor hygiene and poor food and water handling conditions. Consuming fecal contaminated food or water from someone with typhoid fever puts the disease at risk. If you are diagnosed with typhoid fever, there are steps you can take to help cope with the illness.

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Method 1 of 3: Take recovery pills

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   Take an antibiotic. If you are diagnosed with typhoid fever, your doctor will determine how long the disease has progressed. If caught early, the disease will be treated with antibiotics. Antibiotics will be prescribed for 1-2 weeks to take. Some strains of the bacteria that cause typhoid fever are resistant to antibiotics. Therefore, your doctor will do thorough tests to come up with the best treatment plan for the particular strain of bacteria you currently have.
   • The antibiotics that are prescribed will vary, depending on where you have the infection and whether you have been exposed to the strain before. The most common prescription antibiotics are Ciprofloxacin, Ampicillin, Amoxicillin, or Azithromycin.
   • You may also be prescribed Cefotaxime or Ceftriaxone. These drugs are usually prescribed for 10-14 days of use.

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   Take the medicine at the prescribed time. Although the symptoms may disappear after a few days, you still need to take the medicine for the full prescribed time. If not, the disease will recur and spread to others.
   • After taking all the medication on time, you should go to a follow-up visit to make sure that the bacteria that cause the disease have been completely eliminated.

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   Hospitalized for treatment. In serious cases, you need to be hospitalized immediately. Signs of severe typhoid fever include stomach swelling, severe diarrhea, a fever of 40 degrees (or higher), or persistent vomiting. In the hospital, you will likely be treated with the same antibiotic but in the form of an injection.
   • See your doctor right away if you experience any severe symptoms.
   • Water and nutrients will be delivered through the body through an IV.
   • Most cases will improve significantly after 3-5 days of hospital admission. However, you may need to stay in the hospital for a few weeks to recover if you become too severe or have complications that affect your health.

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   Have surgery if necessary. Complications that arise while in the hospital can be diagnosed with severe typhoid. Once serious complications such as internal bleeding or gastrointestinal fissures appear, your doctor will recommend surgery.
   • This is very rare, unless you are not taking antibiotics.
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Method 2 of 3: Natural supportive therapy to promote rapid recovery

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   Always take antibiotics. Natural therapy should always be used in conjunction with prescription medications. Although there is no cure for typhoid fever, natural remedies can relieve symptoms such as fever or nausea. Natural remedies only help you feel better, and will not replace antibiotics.
   • Consult with your doctor before using natural remedies to prevent interactions with antibiotics you are taking. Consult a doctor before using naturopaths for children or pregnant women.

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   Replenish water for the body. Drink plenty of fluids when you have typhoid fever. Supplement at least 2000 ml of water per day, in addition, drink more juice, coconut water, and other beverages. Dehydration is the result of diarrhea and high fever - the two most common symptoms of typhoid fever.
   • If you have severe typhoid fever, you will receive intravenous fluids.

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   Eat a healthy diet. Typhoid fever can cause nutritional deficiencies. Therefore, you need to pay attention to what you are eating and ensure to provide enough nutrients and calories for your body.Consuming plenty of carbohydrates helps to keep you energized, especially if you eat several small meals throughout the day. If you have digestive problems, eat soft and easily digestible foods like soups, crackers, toast, pudding, and jelly.
   • Eat foods like bananas, rice, apple sauce, and toast. These foods are pale and pleasant on the stomach, thereby helping to reduce nausea and diarrhea.
   • Drink plenty of plain fruit juices (many sugary fruit juices make diarrhea worse) with barley water, coconut water or porridge.
   • If you don't have digestive complications, you can eat fish, custard, or eggs to supplement your body's protein.
   • Eat lots of vegetables and fruits to increase the vitamin content of the body.

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   Drink honey tea. Honey tea helps to soothe the symptoms of typhoid fever. Add 1-2 teaspoons of honey to a cup of warm water and stir well. This drink is helpful for any digestive tract problems. Honey helps to reduce gastrointestinal stimulation and protects gastrointestinal tissue.
   • Honey tea provides natural energy to the body.
   • Do not use honey for children under 1 year.

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   Drink clove tea. This drink is also very beneficial against typhoid fever symptoms. Add 5 cloves to 2 liters of boiling water. Continue to boil until the mixture is halved. Lift the pot down and keep the cloves in the water for a while.
   • When the water cools, remove the cloves. Drinking clove tea for a few days will help relieve nausea.
   • Adding 1-2 tablespoons of honey to clove tea for flavor enhancement and for more benefits.

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   Use a mixture of crushed spices. You can combine spices together to form tablets to help relieve the symptoms of typhoid fever. Add 7 strands of saffron, 4 basil leaves, and 7 black peppercorns in a small bowl. Grind the mixture smoothly, then add a little water and stir well. Continue adding water until it thickens and thickens. Divide and compress the mixture into several small pellets.
   • Drink 2 times a day, 1 capsule each time with water.
   • This remedy has excellent antioxidant and antibacterial properties, helping you to cope with digestive problems caused by typhoid fever.

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   Use Echinacea. Echinacea, in the form of purple flowers, roots or powder, boosts the immune system to fight bacterial infections. This remedy also enhances the health of body tissues. You can buy dried Echinacea or some Echinacea roots. Add 1 teaspoon of Echinacea ingredients to 8 ounces of water and boil for 8-10 minutes.
   • Drink Echinacea 2-3 times a day, for no more than 2 weeks.

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   Cook carrot soup with black pepper. Diarrhea is one of the main symptoms of typhoid fever. To combat this symptom, boil 6-8 pieces of carrots in 8 ounces of water for 8-10 minutes. Leach. Add 2-3 pinch of ground black pepper to the water. Drink the soup mix every time you have diarrhea.
   • The amount of pepper can be adjusted to suit the taste.

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   Drink a mixture of ginger juice and apple juice. Dehydration is a major side effect of typhoid fever. To cope with dehydration, you can naturally and quickly mix up your own rehydration juice, electrolyte and mineral mix. Mix 1 tablespoon of ginger juice into 8 ounces of apple juice. Drink it several times a day to stay hydrated.
   • This juice also helps treat liver problems by removing toxins and waste products from the body.

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    Mix 1/2 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar in 1 cup of water when the first symptoms appear. Every 15 minutes, drink the apple cider vinegar mixture 1 time in 1-2 hours if symptoms are severe. Continue to drink the mixture before meals for 5 consecutive days.
    • You can add a little honey to add flavor and sweetness to the mix.
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Method 3 of 3: Preventing typhoid fever from recurring

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   Vaccination. There are 2 commonly used typhoid vaccines: Vi polysaccharide injection and Ty21a oral vaccine. The injectable vaccine is administered in a single dose of 0.5 ml in the muscle of the arm and upper thigh. For the oral vaccine, you will be given 4 doses, 2 days apart.
   • The injectable vaccine is used for children over 2 years old and adults. Repeat injection is done every 5 years.
   • Take the vaccine 24-72 hours after taking the antibiotic on an empty stomach to prevent the vaccine from being broken down by the antibiotic. The oral vaccine is used for children over 6 years old and adults.
   • The vaccination should be given at least 1-2 weeks before traveling, depending on the vaccine you use. The vaccine is effective for people who already have typhoid fever as well as those who are not. However, you should get a booster shot after 2-5 years. Ask your doctor about how long the vaccines you use will be effective.

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   Only drink clean and safe water. Unsafe water is the main cause of typhoid fever. Certain types of water should only be consumed when traveling to or living in developing countries. Only drink bottled water that has a clear origin and reputation. Ice should not be consumed unless it is made from bottled or safe water.
   • You should also avoid popsicles or ice-based desserts if you don't know if they are made from safe water.
   • Bottled carbonated water is safer than regular bottled water.

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   Treat problem water. If you don't have bottled water, you can still drink treated water. Boil water for at least 1 minute, especially if you are not sure if the water source (tap water or pump well water) is safe. Avoid drinking water from rivers or streams.
   • If you cannot boil the water, you can put a few chlorine tablets in the water if in doubt.
   • If you live in an area with unsafe water, you should install the water supply system at home and in the surrounding area. Store water in separate, clean, and sealed containers.

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   Practice food safety. Typhoid fever is also caused by unsafe food. When traveling to developing countries, you should cook vegetables, fish and meat before eating. Wash food thoroughly with clean water before cooking. If you eat raw foods, wash them with clean water or soak them in hot water. Peel raw vegetables after washing them with hot water. Do not eat the skin of the vegetables because this is a refuge for germs. If possible, avoid raw fruits and vegetables that are not peeled.
   • Use separate, clean containers to store food and keep food containers away from contaminated areas such as toilet pipes, garbage or sewage. Do not store cooked foods in the refrigerator for too long and should eat them all as soon as possible. If not, discard food after 2 or more days of refrigeration.
   • Avoid street food when traveling to countries where typhoid fever is at risk.

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   Clean environment. If you live in a place prone to typhoid fever infection, you need to clean your surroundings clean. Discard spoiled food properly in the trash. Repair water pipes and drains to avoid spilling contaminated water into the surroundings.
   • Keep food away from sewers, toilets, and septic tanks to avoid contamination of food and water.

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   Keep personal hygiene clean. Typhoid fever can be spread through contact, so you need to have good personal hygiene. Wash hands thoroughly with soap or alcohol gel before and after handling or handling food and water, after using the toilet or after handling dirty objects. Try to keep the cpw clean, tidy and washable every day.
   • Always wipe your hands with a clean towel instead of wiping on what you're wearing.
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