What it is
It is treated with antibiotics. Some people need treatment in hospital.
A vaccine is recommended before travelling to high-risk areas, along with careful food and water hygiene.
Common signs
- A high temperature that rises over several days
- Headache
- Tummy pain
- Constipation or diarrhoea
- Feeling tired and unwell
- A rash of small pink spots
How it is usually diagnosed
- Questions about travel
- Blood, poo or urine tests
Records worth keeping
Keeping these together makes each appointment easier, especially when you see a new doctor:
- Blood and stool test results
- Travel clinic records and vaccinations
- Hospital or infectious disease letters
Questions to ask your doctor
- Do I need the typhoid vaccine?
- How long will treatment last?
- Do I need follow-up tests after treatment?
When to get help right away
Call 112 or go to the nearest emergency department if you have:
- Severe tummy pain, vomiting blood, black poo or confusion: call 112
This page is general information. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace a doctor who knows your history. Medfold keeps your records organised; it does not interpret them.