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2021-07-18 15:18:33
My mother's miliary tuberculosis treatment has now been stopped after 14 months on the basis of X ray and ct scan by the doctor. As my doctor says  scars remain in lungs. Whether these scars can create any type of problem in future?? What care should be given to avoid any problem in lungs??
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Nothing will happ with this scars

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Hi. I understand your concern s. Do a online consult for a detailed analysis of symptoms and reports to suggest you further management plan and treatment prescription

Answered2021-07-18 15:21:15

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Minimal scars are normal during healing of tuberculosis which usually do not create much problems.
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Consult a pulmonologist if any symptoms.
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Have a good balanced diet

Answered2021-07-22 14:20:02

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It depends on the extent of scars.pl avoid infections,.Avoid cold. Weather. pl do not use cool items and cool drinks etc. Pl do Lung exercises, and improve Lung capacity. Pl consult Pulmonologist online with all the reports and treatment taken.

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It depends upon the severity of scars, needed detailed history and investigation reports, do a online consultation with a pulmonologist for further evaluation and management

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All TB patients have some scars. They are usually harmless. You may just follow adult vaccination guidelines for any possible prevention.

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No problem with scars..

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