typhoid spread through - #28498
I am really concerned because my younger brother just got diagnosed with typhoid, and I can't help but wonder how exactly does this typhoid spread through? A couple of weeks ago, we went on a family trip to a place where we had some street food, and I think that's where he might have caught it. He started complaining about a fever and stomach pains, and I didn’t think much of it until his condition worsened. He ended up in the hospital last night, and now I'm freaking out about how typhoid spread through to him. We always wash our hands, but I know street food can be risky. The doctor mentioned something about contaminated water and food, but I still don’t get it! I mean, can it also spread through things like utensils or plates? Like, if we ate from the same place, could someone else in the family get it too? I just want to make sure we're all safe at home. I keep hearing different things, and honestly, I'm kind of confused. Please, any solid info on how typhoid spread through or what to watch out for would be really helpful!
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