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Am i suffering from tuberculosis?

2022-09-19 14:13:35
I have abscess in underarm, mild backpain and my mantoux test was positive with esr 30, is it spinal tuberculosis, if yes then, does the medicine (that is available at district health centers) of spinal tuberculosis and lung tuberculosis same?
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TB medicines are same Only the duration of treatment differs dependong on the organ involved Consult a pulmonologist for better understanding and treatment

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Hi. I understand your concern. Do a online consult for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and reports to suggest you further management plan and treatment for the same

Answered2022-09-19 14:20:56

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Yes all tb medicines qre same You will require treatment for atleast 6-9 months

Answered2022-09-19 14:14:57

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Pl get investigations,done.Tb medicines are same for any type of Tb.They are available in govt centres,free.pl consult pulmonologist for further evaluation and treatment.

Answered2022-09-20 06:26:56

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Not tb Need fnac of abscess and mri spine to reconfirm

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