Typhoid Fever: Symptoms, Causes, When to Get Tested & What to Eat

Monsoon in India brings relief from the heat — but also an increase in waterborne illnesses. Typhoid Fever is one of the most widespread infections during this season, affecting thousands every year. Caused by Salmonella typhi, typhoid spreads rapidly in areas with poor sanitation, unsafe water, and contaminated food.

At Intros Care, we offer a complete healthcare ecosystem to manage Typhoid: from accurate testing and doctor consultation to medicine delivery and dietary guidance — all in one place.

🦠 What is Typhoid Fever?
Typhoid Fever is a systemic bacterial infection that spreads through the bloodstream and intestines. Once inside the body, Salmonella typhi multiplies and travels through the intestinal wall, eventually entering the blood and affecting vital organs. Typhoid is highly contagious and can be dangerous if not treated in time.

⚠️ Common Symptoms of Typhoid
Typhoid symptoms may start off mild and worsen over days. Many people confuse it with viral fever or seasonal flu, so it's important to know the signs:

🔍 Early Symptoms:

Low-grade fever
Fatigue or general weakness
Mild abdominal pain
Headache

🔥 Advanced Symptoms (after 3–5 days):

High-grade fever (up to 104°F or 40°C)
Severe abdominal discomfort or cramping
Diarrhea or constipation
Loss of appetite and unintentional weight loss
Rash with flat, rose-colored spots on the chest or abdomen
Enlarged liver and spleen in some cases
If untreated, the fever can persist for weeks and lead to intestinal bleeding, perforation, and even death in severe cases. Early diagnosis and treatment are key to a full recovery.

🔎 What Causes Typhoid Fever?

Typhoid is primarily caused by ingesting Salmonella typhi bacteria through contaminated water, food, or poor hygiene. Here's how people commonly get infected:
💧 Unsafe Drinking Water: Using unfiltered, unboiled, or tap water that is contaminated with fecal matter.
🍽️ Contaminated Food: Eating food prepared by infected individuals who do not wash hands properly.
🧼 Poor Sanitation & Hygiene: Not washing hands before meals or after using the toilet, especially in crowded areas.
🌧️ Monsoon Exposure: Water stagnation, street food, and lack of clean water access during rainy seasons increase the risk.
👶 Inadequate Personal Hygiene in Children: Children playing outdoors are at higher risk due to frequent hand-to-mouth contact.
Typhoid thrives where cleanliness is compromised — which is why urban slums and rainy-season exposure see the highest spike in cases.

🧪 When Should You Get Tested?
If you or a family member experiences a persistent fever for more than 2–3 days, especially along with digestive issues or fatigue, it's best to get tested for Typhoid immediately.

✅ Recommended Tests:

Widal Test
Typhi Dot IgM/IgG Test
Blood Culture Test (most accurate in early stages)

At Intros Care, we offer safe, hassle-free home sample collection in Mohali through our partnership with Redcliffe Labs. Our trained phlebotomists ensure professional service, and reports are delivered quickly.

🩺 Consult Our General Physician
Typhoid is not just about fever — it can affect the entire body. That’s why we recommend getting evaluated by our experienced General Physician at Intros Care.

Our doctor provides:

Accurate diagnosis
Prescription-based antibiotic treatment
Symptom monitoring and follow-ups
Diet and hydration counseling
Avoid self-medicating with antibiotics, as this can lead to resistant strains of typhoid and treatment failure.

💊 Medicines & Pharmacy Support

Our in-house pharmacy at Intros Care ensures you get the right medications quickly. We stock:

Antibiotics as per prescription
ORS (available in flavored tetra packs)
Antipyretics, probiotics, and multivitamins
Immunity-boosting herbal supplements (e.g., Himalaya range)
We also provide free medicine home delivery in Mohali for your convenience.

🥦 Healthy Diet During Typhoid
A balanced, soft, and nutrient-rich diet is essential for faster recovery from typhoid. The digestive system becomes weak during illness, so food should be easy to digest and rich in fluids and energy.

📝 Recommended Foods:

Boiled rice and khichdi – easy to digest
Boiled potatoes or carrots – soft fiber
Bananas and applesauce – gentle on the gut
Fresh fruit juices (strained) – energy & vitamins
Coconut water and ORS – to stay hydrated
Vegetable soup or daal water – for protein and minerals
Curd – probiotics to restore gut health

❌ Avoid:

Fried, spicy, and oily foods
Raw salads and outside food
Milk and dairy (if not tolerated well)
Caffeinated drinks or soda
Hydration is crucial — drink at least 2–3 liters of boiled or RO-filtered water daily.

🏥 Why Choose Intros Care?
At Intros Care, we don’t just offer a service — we offer complete care:

✅ Typhoid Testing at Home
✅ In-house General Physician
✅ Pharmacy + Free Medicine Delivery
✅ WhatsApp Booking & Fast Response
✅ Located conveniently in TDI City, Sector 111, Mohali

📌 Visit Us: SCO-1001, Connaught Place, TDI City, Sector 111, Mohali
📞 Call: 76580 55455
🌐 Website: www.introscare.com
💬 WhatsApp Orders & Consultations Available

Stay informed. Get tested. Recover fast.
Intros Care – Your Health, Our Priority.