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Constant weakness n headache
In my blood report.. In Mantoux test induration 22mm positive
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Hi. I understand your concern s. Mantoux test alone does not carry any importance. Depends on the symptoms you are having. Consult a pulmonologist for the same.
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That means you have had past/ recent exposure to TB antigen. The reports needs to be evaluated with Chest X ray etc.. So please show a chest physician.
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Dr. Amit Kumar Poddar
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You haven't shared whether the test was done with 1 or 5 TU which is important in answering your query.
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