Question 1

My Widal test results are:
S. Typhi O: 1:160
S. Typhi H: 1:80
S. Typhi AH: below 1:20
S. Typhi BH: below 1:20
The blood test was done one week after the onset of fever. What do these results indicate, and do I need treatment?

Question 2

Hi, my 7 year old niece is suffering from typhoid with a high fever of 103 to 104 degree. Today her blood report shows a hemoglobin count of 5.9. The pediatrician has given sodium drips and injections to lower the fever, but it is still 101 degree a few hours ago. I am very concerned about the low hemoglobin count. Please suggest immediate action?

Question 3

My 2 year 10 month old child has been having fever for the last 4 days. We did CBC and urine tests, which were normal, and dengue and malaria tests, which were negative. The fever subsided on the 5th day but returned on the 6th day, with the child head and body feeling very hot and temperatures above 101F. After taking Paracetamol 250 mg, the temperature temporarily reduced, but it rises again after about 6 hours.

I have just received my Widal report and I have a query regarding how to interpret it. Can you help me understand whether it indicates typhoid or not?

A single Widal test is not very reliable. A titre of more than 1:160 for S. typhi O/H may indicate recent infection. Consider repeat test or TyphiDot.

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My Widal test results are: S. Typhi O: 1:160 S. Typhi H: 1:80 S. Typhi AH: below 1:20 S. Typhi BH: below 1:20 The blood test was done one week after the onset of fever. What do these results indicate, and do I need treatment?