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"An acute, infectious disease caused by several species of Rickettsia, transmitted by lice and fleas, and characterized by acute prostration, headache, and a peculiar eruption of reddish spots on the body." more

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Scientists are researching ways to prevent the transmission of Typhus through vectors like lice and fleas.
The patient's recovery from Typhus's effects was slow but steady.

Typhus

tahy-fuhs
nounAn acute, infectious disease caused by several species of Rickettsia, transmitted by lice and fleas, and characterized by acute prostration, headache, and a peculiar eruption of reddish spots on the body.

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Last Updated On: January 7, 2024
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