Is typhoid survivable?

Is Typhoid Fever Treatable?

With proper treatment, typhoid fever can be a survivable illness for most individuals. The disease is usually treated effectively with antibiotics such as ampicillin, chloramphenicol, trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole, amoxicillin, and ciprofloxacin. When antibiotics are administered, the risk of fatality decreases to approximately 1%.