Recognize the difference between typhoid and dengue fever from symptoms

Many people have difficulty distinguishing between typhus and dengue fever because they both begin with symptoms such as fever. Although the initial symptoms are the same, typhoid and dengue fever are different diseases, both causes, treatment and prevention.

Dengue hemorrhagic fever (DH) is caused by dengue virus which is transmitted by mosquito bites. Typhoid or typhus fever is caused by foodborne bacteria Salmonella typhi.
Although both are contagious, typhoid fever and dengue fever must be treated and prevented in different ways. To distinguish between typhus and dengue fever, you must first understand the different symptoms of these two diseases.

Difference in fever in Tipes and DHF

Fever is an early symptom that occurs in DHF or typhus. Inflammation, autoimmune diseases, and even dehydration can cause infection, fever, or an increase in body temperature. Therefore, fever must also be distinguished based on its nature.

There is a slight difference between typhoid fever (typhoid fever) and dengue fever (DHF). The following explanation:
  • Dengue fever or dengue fever is characterized by high fever (temperature between 39 and 40 degrees Celsius) which appears suddenly. Fever can last up to seven days and manifest continuously.
  • In typhoid fever will appear gradually. When symptoms first appear, body temperature can be normal or low, then increase slowly every day and can reach 40 degrees Celsius.

Differences in typical typhoid symptoms and dengue hemorrhagic fever


In addition to the different fever patterns, specific symptoms appear in each disease. Typical symptoms of dengue hemorrhagic fever are bleeding, such as nosebleeds, bleeding gums, longer or longer periods, bloody stools, or vomiting blood.

We also saw no signs of bleeding in DH. Therefore, the doctor or nurse must do a weir test using a blood pressure meter (blood pressure monitor) to trigger bleeding on the skin as red spots.

Unlike dengue fever, which is characterized by bleeding, typhoid is characterized by early symptoms of gastrointestinal disorders, such as constipation or diarrhea, stomach discomfort or abdominal pain.

Complementary Exams for Tips and DHF

If you experience symptoms of typhus or dengue, you should consult a doctor. The doctor will ask you about the symptoms you are experiencing, will do a physical examination, and will do additional tests, such as blood tests, to determine the cause of the symptoms.

Complete blood counts in dengue patients are performed to assess blood viscosity, the number of blood clotting cells (platelets or blood clots), and the number of red blood cells or hemoglobin. Blood tests can be done regularly every day.

Unlike dengue fever, blood tests for typhus sufferers are designed to detect the presence of antibodies against Salmonella typhi.

The treatment of these two diseases is also different. The main treatment for dengue hemorrhagic fever is to replenish body fluids, whereas typhus requires antibiotics to eliminate the infection.

Tips on Preventing Prevention and DHF


Ways of preventing typhus and dengue bleeding are also different. To prevent DHF, you can install mosquito nets, use mosquito lotion, clean the environment diligently, empty the tub, and close the water tank.

While typhus prevention can be done by maintaining personal hygiene and consumption of food or drink, including washing hands before eating, washing food thoroughly, and consuming boiled water or bottled water that is guaranteed to be clean.

Knowing the difference between typhus and dengue hemorrhagic fever, you must be more vigilant about these two diseases, to take early and appropriate treatment.

But certainly, you should consult a doctor. Your doctor will give you the right treatment to treat your illness and prevent life-threatening complications.

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