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2023-12-02 08:01:46
Dear Doctors My AFB -MTB NOT DETECTED SPECIMEN -BAL FLUID My rif xpert tb pcr sputum- mtb not detected MTB PCR test- bal fluid- MTB detected ( very low). HRCT Multilobar multifocal confluent foci of nodules and small foci of consolidation in right upper lobe and bilateral basal segments of lower lobe . No pleural effusion.. Mediastinal paratracheal upto 9 mm,AP nodes upto 7 mm Hilar- nill significant , right upto 6mm and left upto 7mm.. By this report am I infected with TB? Should I continue the TB drugs?? I am puzzled.
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yes as bal showing positive report you have to take tb medicines

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Yes you need to adhere to the treatment . Not to worry

Answered2023-12-09 07:45:58

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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

Answered2023-12-03 08:41:30

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yes continue.

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consult a pulmonologist with detailed history

Answered2023-12-05 09:03:09

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Yes.pl consult pulmonologist with detailed history and reports and treatment taken for better evaluation and treatment.

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yes continue..connect on practo if you want proper explanation

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