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2024-02-09 11:35:01
Can empiric treatment be given based on symtoms only? My chest CT scan with contrast was done and it's totally normal and even chest X-ray is normal. All my test report like genexpert and cbnaat , crp , ESR everything is negative. But still I am having similar symtoms of TB. Can empiric treatment be started in these case? Even my bronchoscopy that was done is normal.
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No. Consult a Pulmonologist.

Answered2024-02-25 13:05:16

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Consult pulmonologist before starting ATT.

Answered2024-02-11 07:29:22

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it depends what symptoms you're having..if all reports are normal then ideally rule out other causes with a pulmonologist before going for att

Answered2024-02-09 14:43:23

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Yes can be started But it is better to get a detailed consultation with a pulmonologist

Answered2024-02-09 14:13:36

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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

Answered2024-02-09 11:42:15

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Detailed analysis is needed in this type of cases.

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If the treating doctor feels,it is Tb, emperic treatment can be started.pl consult pulmonologist with detailed history and reports and treatment taken for better evaluation and treatment.

Answered2024-02-09 11:40:09

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share you reports .. you should consult a pulmonologist

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