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Should Salmonella Infection Be Treated?
Hello, I just got lab results indicating positive for Salmonella 1:20. I did have a serious case of vomiting last week (8 days ago) and mild fever, but feeling better (went to doctor and was having buscapin until 2 days ago). I believe I contracted that in Guatemala. My question is: Does it need to be treated with antibiotics or something else even if I feel better?
Wed, 12 Apr 2017
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It would be best to treat with antibiotics to prevent carrier status developing.
A carrier is a person who does not have signs or symptoms of infection but can transmit the infection to other persons.
Your doctor can prescribe a course of medication for you.
I hope this helps
It would be best to treat with antibiotics to prevent carrier status developing.
A carrier is a person who does not have signs or symptoms of infection but can transmit the infection to other persons.
Your doctor can prescribe a course of medication for you.
I hope this helps
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