Is Azithromycin Resistant to Typhoid? A Critical Look at Emerging Drug Resistance
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According to the World Health Organization, an estimated 9 million people get sick from typhoid each year, and increasing antibiotic resistance poses a significant threat to treatment. A critical question for clinicians and public health officials is: is azithromycin resistant to typhoid? The answer is a concerning yes, as emerging resistance patterns challenge its long-standing efficacy.