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History of pulmonary tuberculosis

2017-07-07 06:34:18
My relative (18/M) had pulmonary TB as revealed by AFB sputum and CT Thorax 8 months back.he is under continuous medication of anti tubercular regime.It will end on next month.He has clinically improved and repetitive chest x ray reports "significantly improved".Does he need any further attention or tests.clinically he is sound.thank you
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Hi Improving respiratory immunity would be crucial in any case of pulmonary TB. So it's better to start with pranayama and  respiratory system boosters.

Answered2017-07-09 09:52:33

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