Pre-appointment restrictions. At the time you make your appointment, ask if there are restrictions you need to follow in the time leading up to your visit. Your health care provider will not be able to confirm typhoid fever without a blood test. The provider may suggest actions you can take to lower the risk that you'll spread the bacteria to someone else.
Symptom history. Write down any symptoms you're experiencing and for how long.
Recent exposure to possible sources of infection. Be prepared to describe international trips in detail, including the countries you visited and the dates you traveled.
Medical history. Make a list of your key medical information, including other conditions for which you're being treated and any medications, vitamins or supplements you're taking. Your provider also will need to know your vaccination history.
Questions to ask your health care provider. Write down your questions in advance so that you can make the most of your time with your provider.

For typhoid fever, possible questions to ask your provider include:

Don't hesitate to ask any other related questions you have.

Typhoid fever

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