Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Lymph node TB
I am taken medicine (Rifampin, Ethambutol, Pyrazinamide)of tb for the lymph nodes for the last 8 months, now the swelling on the neck is disappear, now ESR is on 35 should I continue medicine or stop
Answers (3)
Like the answers? Consult privately with the doctor of your choice
Take a consultation with pulmonologist for better evaluation and treatment
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced doctor online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+111
No need of pyrazinamide after 2 months of tb treatment
Next Steps
consult with pulmonologist for further management
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar
Pulmonologist
44 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Tb course is 6 to 9 months.complete course has to be taken.you canot stop in the middle
They will change the medicines after 2 months.pl consult Pulmonologist online with all the reports and treatment taken. If you stop, Drug resistance will occur,and you have to take more no of tablets,for 1 to 1and half year.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.