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2020-10-19 05:43:38
If someone had TB earlier (some 15 years back), will Mantoux test show false positive result at present?
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Positive result is possible with past history of Tuberculosis. If symptoms are not there, no need to worry
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If symptoms are not there, don't repeat Mantouxx test.

Answered2020-10-19 05:48:45

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Any patient who are already treated with PTB, montiux test will be positive, moreover it's not a confirmatory test,it just adds to your diagnosis  Do a online consultation with a pulmonologist for further evaluation and management

Answered2020-10-19 19:48:59

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Yes it can give false positive results.

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