A man from Texas has experienced severe consequences after contracting typhus from a flea bite. Michael Kohlhof, 35, initially showed flu-like symptoms such as fever and upset stomach in June. His condition worsened rapidly, and he was eventually hospitalized. As a result of sepsis, Michael had to have his hands and parts of his feet amputated due to dry gangrene. He works as a handyman and pet-sitter and recently regained consciousness after being sedated for two weeks. Doctors are currently monitoring his condition and performing procedures to patch up his amputations with skin grafts. Typhus is an infectious disease caused by bacteria spread by fleas, lice, and chiggers. Symptoms include fever, chills, body aches, and a rash. Typhus is rare in the United States but has been found in Southern California, Hawaii, and Texas. The disease can be difficult to diagnose as the symptoms are similar to other viral infections, and not all cases develop a rash. Michael’s family has set up a GoFundMe page to support his treatment since he does not have health insurance.
Man in the United States undergoes amputation of hands and toes due to typhus acquired from a flea bite
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