Confusion in travellers.
Acute onset long haul in-flight confusion, restlessness, disorientation and abnormal behaviour in a 24 year old lady who had recent typhoid fever is reported. Confusion in travelers within the context of infections, including typhoid psychosis, and other causes, is discussed to enlighten practitioners on the problem, and ensuing potential medico-legal and ethical issues.
Habib
Abdul G
AG
Travel Screening and Vaccination Clinic, Department of Medicine, National University Hospital, 5 Lower Kent Ridge Road, Singapore Singapore 119074.
Tambyah
Paul A
PA