My Widal test report shows: S. Typhi O is 1:160 S. Typhi H is 1:80 S. Paratyphi AH is less than 1:20 (negative) S. Paratyphi BH is less than 1:20 (negative) I am taking antibiotics four times a day and following a light diet. I currently have no fever. How long will it take for me to recover completely?

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Dr Kamran Mohammed

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A Widal titer of 1:160 may suggest typhoid, but if symptoms are resolved, no active infection remains. Continue antibiotics as advised and complete the full course. If symptoms persist, get CBC done.

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Take a CBC Test (Complete Blood Count) Test

Book CBC Test (Complete Blood Count) Test

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