Typhoid or Just Viral Fever? How to Tell the Difference

During monsoon, many patients in Sonipat come in worried whether their fever is typhoid or just a common viral infection. Here is a simple, clear way to understand the difference and know when testing is needed.

Typical Viral Fever

• Fever usually settles in 3-5 days
• Often comes with cough, cold, or sore throat
• Body pain improves with rest and paracetamol
• Rarely needs blood culture testing

Signs That Point to Typhoid

• Fever that steps up gradually each evening
• Fever continuing beyond 5-7 days
• Stomach discomfort, constipation or loose motion
• Extreme weakness out of proportion to fever
• Widal test or blood culture confirms diagnosis

A simple blood test can save you weeks of uncertainty and unnecessary medicines.

This article is general health information and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult a doctor for your specific condition. — BIMS Hospital, Sonipat.