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Typhoid Fever

Also known as bilious fever, enteric fever, or yellow jack.

From D&D Wiki

Name: Typhoid Fever (Ex)
Infection DC: 16 (Contact, Inhalation, Injury)
Incubation: 1-4 days
Damage: Nauseated or confused, possible ability damage

Typhoid fever is fatal if left untreated for more than 2 weeks. It causes headache, then coughing, and then very high fevers (104 degree Fahrenheit), delirium, and lengthy coughing. Rose-colored spots may appear one-third of the time, abdomen may become distended, diarrhea or constipation, and bleeding intestines may also occur. This generally leads to septicaemia and death.

  • If the PC fails the check by more than 5 points, s/he becomes confused.
  • If the PC fails the check by more than 10 points, takes 2d4 Constitution damage as well as being confused.
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