I m on treatment for tuberculosis

2025-03-06 07:04:02

Asked for Female, 24 Years

I m getting treated for tb and i lost some kgs at starting then i gained when i wasnt having my periods then i got my periods and now i lost 3-4kg during a month so is it okay?

Answers (6)

Dr. Amruth Sindhu

Pulmonologist

20 yrs expBangalore

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 prescription for the same

Answered2025-03-07 10:00:50

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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar

Pulmonologist

47 yrs expHyderabad

Pl consult.

Answered2025-03-08 01:17:45

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Dr. Sivaraj Karri

Pulmonologist

10 yrs expKakinada

Consult with detailed history and reports

Answered2025-03-06 14:02:18

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Dr. Vivek Gautam

Pulmonologist

12 yrs expGreater Noida

hi..please connect..need to make sure whether the weight loss is related to tb or any other reasons..plus need to see all your docs to check how the treatment is progressing

Answered2025-03-06 13:08:23

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Pulmonologist

6 yrs expDelhi

Need to know TB of which organ? Detailed history is required including the duration of Antitubercular drugs taken.

Answered2025-03-06 08:54:22

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Dr. Anusha Kantheti

Pulmonologist

9 yrs expHyderabad

Loss of weight is one of the symptoms of tuberculosis and as u get treated with tb medication, as days pass on ,u ll improve ur appetite as well as weight.. menstrual irregularities are not expected.. need to get proper history n evaluation done

Answered2025-03-06 08:53:05

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