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Typhoid is a bacterial infection caused by a specific type of Salmonella that causes mild to severe symptoms such as fever, headache, confusion, abdominal pain and constipation. The infection can spread throughout the body affecting many organs, and without prompt treatment, can cause serious complications and may also be fatal.Part of the Clinic Consult series, this book is a concise guide to the diagnosis and treatment of typhoid in children.Divided into eight sections, the text provides step by step guidance through epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical features, complications, investigations, treatment, prevention, and vaccines.This practical manual places emphasis on diagnostic modalities and includes discussion on the treatment of drug resistant typhoid fever.Key pointsPractical guide to diagnosis and management of typhoid in childrenEmphasis on diagnostic modalitiesIncludes discussion on treatment of drug resistant typhoid feverPart of Clinic Consult series

FAQs in Pediatric Infectious Diseases covers 45 important chapters in pediatric infections. The chapters cover infections of various systems and also important causative organisms. The book addresses questions which are often raised in various forums and clears the controversies and queries in the minds of practicing paediatricians. Students will find readymade answers to common questions on pediatric infections. This book will be a desktop companion for quick reference.