Typhoid fever

Therapeutic area
Infectious Disease
Rare disease
Yes

Definition
A bacterial infectious disorder contracted by consumption of food or drink contaminated with Salmonella typhi. This disorder is common in developing countries and can be treated with antibiotics.
Genetic basis
No
Non-human condition
No
Rare disease
Yes
Listing at source
Listed
Condition name
Typhoid fever
Therapeutic area
Infectious Disease

  • typhoid fever
  • typhoid
  • typhoid fever
  • typhoidal salmonellosis

Disease mechanisms
  • Acquired
All therapeutic areas
  • Infectious Disease
Severity
Severe

MONDO ID
Parent condition
MONDO:0000827

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