Question

Name the causative agent of typhoid in humans.

Answer 1

The causative agent of Typhoid in humans:

1. Typhoid is a disease caused by the pathogenic organism Salmonella typhi.
2. It is characterized by the following symptoms: Fever, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, bloating, loss of appetite etc.
3. Salmonella typhi typically enters the human body by the intake of food and drink contaminated with the patient's faeces, urine, or any other secretions.
4. To confirm Typhoid, a Widal test is performed.