Convalescent case of cholera remains infective for: (A) 10-14 days, (B) 14-21 days, (C) 7 days, (D) Less than 7 days
Answer is B. CONVALESCENT CARRIER of cholera The patient who has recovered from an attack of cholera may continue to excrete vibrios, during his convalescence for 2-3 weeks. Convalescent state has been found to occur in patients who have not received effective antibiotic treatment. The convalescent carriers can often become chronic or long-term carriers. Ref : Park 23rd edition Pgno : 230