What Is Typhoid Fever?

By adam

Article Sources

Medical Expert

More About Us

2. Typhoid Fever Symptoms

The symptoms of the disease often begin gradually between one and three weeks after exposure. In the beginning, the individual may get a low-grade fever, headache, muscle aches, dry cough, rash, diarrhea or constipation, and a swollen and painful abdomen. A loss of appetite is also common.

The fever typically worsens over time, reaching as high as 104 degrees Fahrenheit. If left untreated, symptoms become increasingly severe. A sustained high fever can result in delirium or a state known as the typhoid state, in which the person lies exhausted, motionless and with eyes half-closed.