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I've been detected with lung tb and my medication started on 4th of July. I'm afraid because of some article I read on Google that th indicates HIV as well. Is it so? Please elaborate
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Hi. I understand your concern s. DO NOT GOOGLE ANYTHING. as googling is also a disease. Consult a pulmonologist for a detailed examination and investigation
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Get HIV test done. Or you can visit nearby pulmonologist.
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Hi Both are different disease
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