Child Typhoid Fever Typhoid is also known as Enteric fever which is caused by bacteria called Salmonella. The fever can either come suddenly or can take a few weeks.
Common Symptoms
The typhoid fever symptoms can be seen after seven to 14 days of infection. And in some cases, the symptoms are identified after two months. Common signs for typhoid include
Recurring fever that ranges between 102-104 degrees
Headache
Soreness in throat
Tiredness
Low in energy
Stomach/Abdomen pain
Constipation or Diarrhea
Rashes on the skin
Causes
When a person consumes something (eats or drinks) anything which is contaminated with bacteria causes Typhoid
How to Prevent It
Children above 2 years can be vaccinated
Keep the hands clean. Teach your kids to wash their hands regularly like before eating any food for typhoid, using toilets, coming from outside