# 4805
Typhoid Fever is a pretty rare diagnosis here in the United States, although it is still pretty common in some other parts of the world. Usually, when it is seen here, it is in a recent arrival to this country.
But in recent months, 7 individuals living in two western states (Nevada & California) who have not traveled abroad have been diagnosed with this strain of Salmonella (with two other suspected cases).
Among the persons with reported illness onset dates available, illnesses began between April 10, 2010, and July 23, 2010. Infected individuals range in age from 4 to 31 years old and the median age is 21 years. Sixty-seven percent (67%) of cases are female and 100 percent report Hispanic ethnicity.
The CDC’s investigation – in conjunction state public health agencies and the FDA - has found a presumptive link to the consumption of Goya brand frozen mamey fruit pulp.
You can read details of their investigation here.
The CDC lists signs of Typhoid infection, and their advice to consumers on this page:
Clinical Features/Signs and Symptoms
Most persons infected with Salmonella Typhi develop high and sustained fever, headache, constipation, malaise, chills, and myalgia 2 to 5 weeks after infection. Infection is usually diagnosed by a blood culture. The illness can last from 3 to 4 weeks and infections may be severe or fatal if untreated. Typhoid fever should be treated with appropriate antimicrobial medications. More general information about Salmonella Typhi can be found here.
Advice to Consumers
- Until further notice, do not eat or drink Goya brand frozen mamey fruit pulp.
- Individuals who think they might have become ill from eating frozen mamey fruit pulp should consult their health care providers.
