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How Long Does Recovery Take From Typhoid Fever?

Posted on Sat, 8 Oct 2016

Question: Recently I have recovered from typhoid, but still I am feeling tired. How long will it take to recover completely.?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Prasad J (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
3 weeks...

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Tiredness and weakness following recovery from typhoid fever is common. This weakness may lasts between 2-4 weeks. Drinking lots of fluid; fresh fruit and vegetables and multivitamin pills will help you get over this problem sooner.

Hope this helps. Let me now if you need any thing else.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Prasad J (7 minutes later)

I have been cured from typhoid almost 3 weeks, but when went for badminton last Sunday then in the evening itself I was feeling little feverish and tired. So should I refrain myself from playing?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Prasad J (4 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
some cases upto 6 - 8 weeks...

Detailed Answer:
In some cases, recovery period can extend upto 6-8 weeks.

Duration of recovery period all depends on severity of infection, hydration and nutrition status during infection / hospitalisation. As long as you don't develop fever, vomiting and loose stools, we should not be worried about typhoid recurrence.

At this point, I will suggest you to rest. Drink plenty of fluids. Add fruits, vegetables as well as multivitamin pills. Do monitor your temperature. Report back to the doctor if temperature reaches 100 deg F.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad