Question 1

I recently had a Typhidot IgM test, which came back weak positive two days ago. My father arranged for a railway doctor in my hometown, who, after reviewing my report, prescribed Azithromycin 1 gm in the morning and Levofloxacin 750 mg at night. Today is my second day of medication and the sixth day of typhoid symptoms. My fever goes down after taking the medicines, but a mild fever (98.8 to 99.1F) returns after 8 to 9 hours. I am very nervous because of the many negative stories about typhoid online, and I am alone in Delhi. I am concerned whether this dose is appropriate or too high, and whether this treatment is safe and effective.

Question 2

Hi, I recently received my Widal test report and other blood counts. The results are:
S. Typhi O: 1:160
S. Typhi H: 1:80
S. Paratyphi AH: 1:20
S. Paratyphi BH: 1:20
Total WBC Count: 12,200 cells/cu.mm
Platelet Count: 2.71 lakhs/cu.mm
Could you please help me interpret these results? Do they indicate typhoid infection or something else?

Question 3

Sir, I have been experiencing fever, productive cough, headache, and general weakness. I recently underwent a Widal test and a urine test. The results are as follows:
Widal Test:
S. Typhi O: 1:160
S. Typhi H: 1:80
S. Typhi A: 1:20
S. Typhi B: 1:20
Urine Report:
Pus cells: 12 to 15
RBC: 0 to 1
Epithelial cells: 4 to 5
Protein: Traces
Sugar : Nil
Crystals: Nil
I also had a Rapid Antigen test for COVID, which was negative. Could you please help me understand what these reports indicate and what might be causing my symptoms?
Thank you.

My son, who is 5 years and 4 months old, has his Widal test results as follows, Salmonella typhi O 1:160 positive, Salmonella typhi H 1:80 positive, Salmonella typhi AH 1:80 positive, and Salmonella typhi BH 1:40 negative. Does this mean he has typhoid? What treatment should be followed?

A Widal titre of 1:160 suggests a possible infection, but symptoms matter too. If your child has fever and digestive issues, a pediatrician may start antibiotics. Ensure hydration and follow up with doctor. Please repeat the Widal test or do a blood culture as advised to confirm the diagnosis

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