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2020-08-26 08:35:20
I am positive in tuberculosis montex test.Do i still need to thorecsentosis to relief my pain or should i start medication.Will it dry my pleuritic fluid.
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Hello, it will depend on the amount of pleural fluid present
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kindly consult for a detailed management plan

Answered2020-08-26 17:23:29

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Hi. I understand your concern s. Open a private chat consult for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and treatment prescription

Answered2020-08-26 11:19:30

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Montoux test is not confirmatory of tb,need further evaluation  for confirmation of tb by pleural fluid tapping and analysis

Answered2020-08-26 10:54:51

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Kindly log on to personal consult with proper details analysis and evaluation regarding this

Answered2020-08-26 10:48:39

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montoux is not diagnostic test.. definitely go for thoracocentesis and then start treatment! take care

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