Tuberculosis (TB) Treatment

Health Q&A
Dosage frequency Query

Sir, What is the dosage for Foracort G 200,is it once or twice a day. I am an ex smoker but left in the year 2023. Can COPD set in before 40? Regards

Chest & throat tightness

I had a viral fever 3 weeks ago, but chest tightness lingers. Have a little wheezing sometimes have trouble taking in air. Stethoscope examination ruled out any congestion. Heart area is a little painful. Should I be alarmed, or is this normal post viral inflammation that goes away over time? I'm 37 F normal weight, exercise daily.

Cold or tb

From the past 4 days , I have sore throat and a light fever even after taking the medication , I don't feel like it's improving . Now I started coughing a little too.. but there is no blood in my sputum though but I m suspecting that what if my  pulmonary tb mdr has returned...which got cured a year ago... I do feel loss of appetite and also sometimes my chest pains a little when coughing

Which one is better

Respected Doctors, Which one is bettee Foracort 400 plus tiova or Foracort G for use. Any restrictions to be followed? Pls guide Regards

Breathing problem

My father is 80 years old. He has been experiencing breathing difficulty for the past week. However, his breathing is not getting stuck or blocked. I am sharing his X-ray report and the X-ray film for your review. Kindly have a look and share your opinion.

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Doctors
Dr. Gangaadhar Reddy - Pulmonologist
Dr. Gangaadhar Reddy Pulmonologist (MBBS, MD - Tuberculosis & Respiratory Diseases/Medicine, DNB - Respiratory Diseases) 34 years experience Medicover Hospitals
198 recommendations Secunderabad, Hyderabad INR 1000
Dr. B Murali Mohan - Pulmonologist
Dr. B Murali Mohan Pulmonologist (MBBS, Diploma in Tuberculosis and Chest Diseases (DTCD)) 21 years experience Renova Hospitals
22 recommendations Kompally, Hyderabad INR 600
Dr. V N B Raju - Pulmonologist
Dr. V N B Raju Pulmonologist (MBBS, MD - Pulmonary Medicine) 15 years experience CARE Hospitals Outpatient Centre, Banjara Hills
11 recommendations Banjara Hills, Hyderabad INR 1000
Dr. Sudhir Prasad - Pulmonologist
Dr. Sudhir Prasad Pulmonologist (MBBS, MD - Tuberculosis & Respiratory Diseases/Medicine) 29 years experience CARE Hospitals
32 recommendations Malakpet, Hyderabad INR 400
Dr. T L N Swamy - Pulmonologist
Dr. T L N Swamy Pulmonologist (MBBS, MD - Tuberculosis & Respiratory Diseases/Medicine) 31 years experience CARE Hospitals Outpatient Centre, Banjara Hills
17 recommendations Banjara Hills, Hyderabad INR 1000