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TB treatment for Kid
Mom is diagnosed with tuberculosis recently . Now she is staying in a different appartment with a care taker . Her kid is 2 years old now . The kid was in close proximity with mom till we diagnosed . All the vaccinations are previously given to the kid. Do I have to start the treatment for kid as well ?
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Dr. Kishan Kumar C
Pediatrician
21 yrs exp
Bangalore
Kid will need prophylaxis treatment even if no symptoms. Single drug.
If symptoms present needs diagnosis.
Meet pediatrician.
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