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Soft Swelling below right ear

2021-04-30 18:28:14
My brother has swelling below right ear since january. Doctor recommended testing and the results came today as Mycobacterium Tuberculosis : Detected Low and Rifampicin Resistance : Detected. I have attached a picture of the report. Please advise, how much time will it take to cure.
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He has to take anti tubercular treatment for 6  months .for the details of the drug regimen consult online

Answered2021-05-01 02:40:56

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