- female
- 25 Years
- 29/01/2025
I'm looking at my Widal test results and I'm a bit anxious about what they mean. The report shows Salmonella typhi O at 120 and Salmonella typhi H also at 120, but Salmonella paratyphi Ha and Hb are both NIL. Could you help me understand if this indicates a typhoid infection?
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Based on your Widal test report, the results for Salmonella typhi O and Salmonella typhi H are both 1:20, which indicates a possible typhoid infection. The presence of Salmonella typhi O and Salmonella typhi H antibodies at a titer of 1:20 suggests an active infection with Salmonella typhi, the bacteria responsible for causing typhoid fever. However, the absence of antibodies against Salmonella paratyphi H(a) and Salmonella paratyphi H(b) indicates no current infection with Paratyphoid fever. To treat typhoid fever, you can take antibiotics like Ciprofloxacin. It is important to complete the full course of antibiotics as prescribed by your healthcare provider to ensure the infection is fully treated. Additionally, make sure to stay well-hydrated and get plenty of rest to support your recovery.
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