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I have pott's spine in d4 and d5 with TB indication. Kindly suggest treatment options as one of my doctor have suggested surgery for fluid removal followed by tb medication. Another doctor suggested only medication
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It's better to get a biopsy or a confirmed diagnosis before starting antitubercular treatment
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It depends upon extent of lesion
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