Typhoid with CBC normal
So CBC blood test and be totally normal and a person can have typhoid Fever, that starts low and increases daily, often to as high as 103 or 104 F (39.4 or 40 C) Headache Weakness and fatigue Dry cough Loss of appetite Abdominal pain Diarrhea or constipation Rash http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/typhoid-fever/basics/symptoms/con-20028553 January 10, 2005 Page 1 of 3 Frequently Asked Questions Typhoid fever is a life-threatening illness caused by the bacterium Salmonella Typhi. In the United States about 400 cases occur each year, and 70% of these are acquired while traveling internationally. Typhoid fever is still common in the developing world, where it affects about 12.5 million persons each year. Typhoid fever can be prevented and can usually be treated with antibiotics. If you are planning to travel outside the United States, you should know about typhoid fever and what steps you can take to protect yourself. How is typhoid fever spread? Salmonel