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- 31/03/2021
How can we prevent communicable disease?
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Handle & Prepare Food Safely as food can carry germs, Wash Hands Often, Clean & Disinfect Commonly Used Surfaces, Cough and Sneeze into a Tissue or Your Sleeve, Don't Share Personal Items, take appropriate vaccines, Avoid Touching Wild Animals and stay home when sick.
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Consult a Infectious Disease specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
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Personal Hygiene Practices
- Regular handwashing with soap and maintaining cleanliness are crucial. Practice respiratory hygiene by covering your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing.
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Vaccinations
- Ensure you are up-to-date with vaccines like influenza, hepatitis B, and HPV to prevent communicable diseases.
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Safe Food and Water Habits
- Consume well-cooked food and drink clean water to avoid infections.
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Safe Sexual Practices
- Use protection, such as condoms, to prevent sexually transmitted infections.
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Avoiding Contact with Sick Individuals
- Minimize exposure to ill individuals and seek medical advice when necessary.
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Environmental and Lifestyle Measures
- Maintain a clean living environment and use mosquito repellents or nets. Adopt a healthy lifestyle to boost immunity.
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Regular Health Check-ups
- Schedule periodic medical check-ups and screenings for early detection and management of infections.
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Consultation and Resources
- Consult general physicians or infectious disease specialists and utilize government health programs for vaccinations and education.
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Yes, tuberculous lymphadenitis is a contagious disease caused by the bacteria Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It can spread from one person to another through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. It is important to seek medical treatment to prevent the spread of the disease. Treatment usually involves a combination of antibiotics such as Rifampicin, Isoniazid, Pyrazinamide, and Ethambutol for several months.
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I got my Widal test results back and I'm kinda worried about them. The report says: Salmonella typhi O Antigen 180, Salmonella typhi H Antigen 180, Salmonella paratyphi AH Antigen 120, and Salmonella paratyphi Bh Antigen 120. Can you tell me if this means I have typhoid?
Based on your Widal test results, the elevated titers of Salmonella typhi O and H antigens suggest a possible typhoid fever infection. I recommend starting a course of antibiotics such as Ciprofloxacin 500mg twice daily for 7-10 days to treat the infection. Additionally, ensure adequate hydration and rest for a speedy recovery. Consult with your physician before starting any medication.
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I'm looking at my widal test results and I'm a bit worried. The values are showing Salmonella Typhi O Antigen at 140 and Salmonella Typhi H Antigen also at 140. Salmonella Paratyphi AH and BH Antigens are both at 120. Does this mean the test is negative? And if so, does that rule out typhoid completely or is there still a chance it could develop later?
negative or low-level result indicating no active typhoid infection at this time
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