Hello, The symptoms described- sudden laughing/shouting, hitting, running around, loss of understanding of clothes and toilet use, unawareness of surroundings, and a long period of silence earlier- point toward a severe neurological or psychiatric condition that requires a detailed in-person evaluation.
Given her history of severe headache during TB treatment, prolonged silent phase, and then a complete behavioural change over the last two years, this could be related to:
Residual effects of TB involving the brain (e.g., TB meningitis sequelae)
- Seizure-related behavioural changes
- A severe chronic psychiatric illness causing disorganisation and loss of functioning
- Cognitive decline due to a neurological condition
None of these can be confirmed online, but her symptoms are medical, not intentional, and they do not automatically mean she needs to be admitted permanently, nor that she can never improve.
Next Steps
She will likely need:
- A psychiatric assessment
- Neurology evaluation
- Basic tests: MRI brain, EEG,
thyroid profile,
vitamin levels (these are often subsidised).
. If there is a past TB history, inform doctors clearly; they may consider TB-related brain complications.
. Start treatment as early as possible. Many patients with similar symptoms show improvement once the correct diagnosis is made and medications/therapy are started.
. Only consider long-term admission if advised by doctors after proper evaluation- permanent admission is rarely required.
Health Tips
- Please do not listen to relatives who say she will “never get cured.” Many of these conditions are treatable, especially when properly evaluated.
- Ensure her safety at home- remove sharp objects, provide supervision if she wanders or becomes aggressive.
- Maintain a calm routine; avoid scolding or restraining unless necessary for safety.
- Recovery takes time, but getting the right diagnosis is the first and most important step.
- You are doing the right thing by trying to understand her condition- please seek medical care as soon as you can.
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