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2022-08-03 15:01:28
I m taking TB medication for 2 month.i have diagnosed by x-Rey and ct scan because afb test negative.my treatment at govt hospital by chest tb doctor.my ct report seen few meditinal nodes 4 mm and 3 mm.is nodes r harmful.i gain 2 kg weight in two months.
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Hi. I understand your concern. Do a online consult for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and reports to suggest you further management plan and treatment prescription for the same

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Congratulations on gaining 2kg weight I would have asked for Bronchoscopy if afb is negative
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Repeat ct chest at end of treatment
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May be bronchoscopy be done right now too if needed Ebus is another option

Answered2022-08-04 06:57:05

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It may be due to ?Tb mediastinal glands.There is clinical improvement as you have gained wt.pl continue Att under the care of doctor.pl consult pulmonologist for further evaluation and treatment.

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