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TB in ankle

2018-08-11 12:42:33
TB has been confirmed through mantoux test. Ankle Aspiration has been done for PCR/ CBNAAT. not able to sleep in the night. have been on bed rest for a long time now. Problem has been existing since Jan. Jan. (little Pain) 2018 April (twisted my ankle, have not been able to walk since then) 2018 I get sudden painful jerks in my ankle while sleeping. what to do to avoid these jerks. why do i get these jerks
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Ankle binder

Answered2018-08-11 12:46:49

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Are you taking anti tubercular medicines? If yes is there any improvement after starting treatment?

Answered2018-08-11 15:26:19

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Needs MRI ankle joint to confirm infective etiology
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ankle foot brace may reduce pain swelling around ankle joint

Answered2018-08-11 14:50:43

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Mantoux tear doesn’t confirm TB, it’s only an indicative test. Share the PCR reports and also get an MRI of the ankle

Answered2018-08-11 14:21:23

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