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Will TB drugs ATT cause lung damage?

2021-08-11 14:55:43
To combat TB its advised to take AKT tabs for months but will it cause lung damage like cavities during or after the course?
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TB treatment is to heal your lungs which have been damaged by TB. Not known to cause lung damage. For better understanding consult with a pulmonologist asap
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Tuberculosis disease causes lung damage if not treated in time with proper medication, tuberculosis drugs use regularly and completely for 6 months will prevent and treat lung damage
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Take an online consultation with pulmonologist for further guidance

Answered2021-08-13 10:54:59

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Hi. I understand your concerns . Tuberculosis causes cavities not ATT. Do a online consult for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and to suggest you further management plan

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No, needed detailed history and investigation reports do a online consultation with a pulmonologist for further evaluation and management

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Anti Tb drugs will cure TB. if Att is not taken in pulmonary Tb,early,and full course is not taken, lung damage will occur,and cavities will occur.

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