Hi Doc..My child had fever since the past 10 days but initially a lot of time got wasted since docs were treating him for viral infections and he was being given Meftal and cepodem. It was only been 2 days frm now that proper tests were done and he was diagnosed with typhoid through a widal test.He has now been prescribed Ofloxacin Oral,Cetirizine syrup IP and Augpen HS along with Meftal P for fever but he still gets fever as high as 103 .By when will the fever subside or am I just hurrying up? He does not vomit and his diet has definitely become slightly better but I am worried about the fever.Does it take time to subside? Pls advise..
Welcome to the ChatDoctorTyphoid fever requires prompt treatment with antibiotics. Tidal test usually comes positive after 5-7 days of fever. If diagnosed in its early stages as in your child, the condition is likely to be mild and can usually be treated at home with a 7 to 14-day course of antibiotic tablets. If fever doesn't respond to the given Chat Doctor.  More serious cases of typhoid fever usually require admission to hospital, so antibiotic injections can be given. With prompt antibiotic treatment, he will start to feel better within a few days. For further questions, do contact us.