Difference in symptoms of dengue and typhoidImage Credit Source: Getty Images
Dengue and Typhoid: Both dengue and typhoid diseases are seen more during the rainy season in India. Dengue is a viral infection, which is spread by the bite of the Aedes Egyptian mosquito. In this, the virus reaches the blood and weakens the immunity of the body. On the other hand, typhoid is a bacterial infection, which is caused by bacteria called salmonella typi. This bacteria enter the body through contaminated water, stale or infected food and affects the intestines. Dengue mosquitoes thrive in clean and stagnant water, while typhoid grows with dirt, poor hygiene and unprotected eating and drinking habits. The cause of infection in both diseases and the effect on the body is different.
Due to dengue, the number of platelets in the body starts decreasing rapidly, which increases the risk of bleeding. The patient has problems like high fever, headache, body pain, eye pain and skin rash. In severe cases, dengue hemorrhagic fever or dengue shock syndrome may also be fatal. At the same time, typhoid weakens the digestive system of the body. It contains persistent high fever, abdominal pain, diarrhea or constipation, loss of appetite and excessive fatigue. If there is no timely treatment, the intestine can be up to blisters or holes, which can make the patient’s condition serious. Both diseases weaken the immunity of the body and keep fatigue and weakness for a long time.
What are the differences between dengue and typhoid symptoms?
Dr. Palin Kumar in Medicine Department at RML HospitalIt is said that many symptoms can look the same in dengue and typhoid, but both have some special differences. Fever in dengue suddenly and very high, as well as sharp headache, pain behind the eyes and excessive pain in the whole body. Skin rashes and rapid fall of platelets are the main symptoms of dengue. Blood can also come from the nose and gums in critical condition.
On the other hand, fever in typhoid increases gradually and lasts for several days. In this, the patient feels less hungry, stomach ache and diarrhea or constipation. Dengue is directly related to mosquito bites, while typhoid is spread by consumption of contaminated water and food. Dengue causes problems such as sudden weakness and bleeding, while typhoid mainly affects the digestive system.
How to rescue?
Do not allow water around the house and protect against mosquitoes.
Always drink boiled or filtered water.
Do not eat stale and raw food outside.
Eat food only after washing hands and take care of cleanliness.
If the fever remains for a long time, contact the doctor immediately.