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Typhoid Fever - 05 Aug 2008
Written by : dr. Putu Oka Kesumanata
Typhoid fever is a life-threatening illness caused by the bacterium Salmonella Typhi. 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 traveling to endemic [...]
Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever - 05 Aug 2008
Written by : dr. Putu Oka Kesumanata
What is DENGUE HEMORRHAGIC FEVER (DHF)?
DHF is a more severe form of dengue. It can be fatal if unrecognized and not properly treated. DHF is caused by infection with the same viruses that cause dengue. With good medical management, mortality due to DHF can be less than 1%.
How are [...]
Travelers Diarrhea - 05 Aug 2008
writen by: Dr. Putu Oka Kesumanata
What is travelers’ diarrhea?
Travelers from temperate regions of the world frequently experience diarrhea four days to two weeks after arriving in certain areas of the world. This illness is called travelers’ diarrhea. Other colorful and humorous terms used to describe this illness include “Montezuma’s Revenge, the “Delhi Belly” in India, [...]
