Typhus fever
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Typhus fever Important not to be confused with Typhoid fever. Typhus is caused by the bacteria Rickettsia Typhi, transmitted through various types of fleas. Typhus was first described in 1528. It has a sudden onset of various symptoms comparable to the common flu. | ||||
Disease information
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Symptoms[edit | edit source]
- Main article: Symptom
| Symptom | Probability |
|---|---|
| Headache | 70 |
| Fever | 70 |
| Chills | 60 |
| Rash | 30 |
| Cry cough | 70 |
| Vomiting | 70 |
| Diarrhea | 70 |
| R. typhi detected | 100 |
Complications[edit | edit source]
| Symptom | Probability |
|---|---|
| Dehydration | 70 |
Examinations[edit | edit source]
- Main article: Examination
- Interview
- Temperature measurement
- Physical examination
- Chest auscultation
- Gastroscopy
- Differential diagnosis
If complications occur:
- Blood draw
- Serologic sampling
Treatments[edit | edit source]
- Main article: Treatment
Additional treatments:
