Is there a vaccine for typhoid?
My sister is travelling internationally soon and was advised to check about typhoid vaccinations. I wanted to confirm if there is a proper vaccine available for typhoid before she leaves.
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4 months ago
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Yes, there is a typhoid vaccine. Please take it seriously because my son had severe typhoid complications last year and was hospitalized for two weeks. Do not rely on luck, visit your doctor and get the vaccine shot scheduled.
7 months ago
Yes, there is a vaccine, and thank god for that because my stomach can't handle street food adventures like it used to. I got the shot last year so I can eat my golgappas with slightly less guilt. Talk to your doctor and get it done.
4 months ago
Absolutely, there are both injectable and oral vaccines for typhoid. I got my kids and myself vaccinated because water logging in our area during rains makes typhoid very common. Ask your doctor for the conjugate vaccine as it gives longer protection.
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7 months ago
Yeah, there is a vaccine! I had to get one before joining my hostel because the food and water outside can be super random. It's just a quick single injection, very chill process at any local clinic.
7 months ago
Yes, the vaccine is there and it's highly recommended. I actually caught typhoid last month because I missed getting my booster, and it was a terrible two weeks of high fever. Please go get vaccinated so you don't have to suffer through this.