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Medical Conditions - Afb Culture

AFB (Acid-Fast Bacilli) culture is a rapid test used to detect mycobacteria, which is the bacteria responsible for infection like tuberculosis (TB) and leprosy. The sample is taken from your sputum or phlegm.

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How long should I take treatment to dissolve a tuberculosis lump?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand that you have a lump in the neck and was diagnosed with tuberculosis.

My cough persists despite antibiotics. What should I do?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your post. You have a cough from two weeks along with expectoration.

Can TB recur despite taking a complete course of medicines?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through both the CT scans and reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

What causes a stuffy nose and fever?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query and can understand your health concern.

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Are cough and mild chest pain a sign of tuberculosis?

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Is weakness and bloody cough a sign of tuberculosis?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern.

Shall I take Amoxicillin for cough?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you have recurrent infection, I would suggest to do investigations first. Currently, I suggest tablet Amoxicillin plus Clavulanic acid (Co-Amoxiclav) 625 mg three times a day for seven days.

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