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Need suggetion On TB
My self Vishal
Weakness, loss of appitite and mild chest Pain from 2-3 weak
On 27 Dec 21 Sputam test for TB :- positive
On 28 Dec 21 sputam test for TB :- Negative
On 29Dec 21 trunaat :- Negative
On 30 Dec 21 CB NAAT :- Negative
X ray is Normal as per local Doctor
symtoms of weakness reduced but mild Chest Pain is there
Blood report Dated 27 Dec 21 is normal except
ESR :- 26
Lymphocytes - 43
Colestrol -216
Xray is attached
I am confused as my later test is Negative but test on 27 Dec 21 is positive.
So I am TB positive and should I start medicine or not
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Need details of history and comorbidities if any,if symptomatic have to repeat the sputum tests or have to get bronchial washings if needed for further evaluation and management
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consult pulmonologist for further guidance
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Take a consultation with Pulmonologist for better evaluation and treatment
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Hi. I understand your concern. Do a online consult for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and to suggest you further management plan and treatment prescription for the same
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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar
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46 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Pl do early morning Sputum for Afb and sputum for cb natt test. Revert back with reports. Pl consult Pulmonologist online with all the reports and treatment taken.
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