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I have been diagnosed with multidrug-resistant tuberculosis. Help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 45-year-old male, and I have recently been diagnosed with multidrug-resistant tuberculosis. My doctor has prescribed a combination of medications, including Rifampin and Bedaquiline. Can you provide more information about the treatment plan for multidrug-resistant tuberculosis? ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for reaching out to us. I am sorry about your medical condition. Multidrug-resistant TB is caused by Tuberculous bacteria that are resistant to at least Isoniazid and Rifampin, which are the two most potent tuberculous drugs that can fight against mycobacteria... Read Full »
Why did my mom have gastric issues after therapy for MDR TB?
Query: Hi doctor, My mother has been treated for multi drug resistant (MDR) tuberculosis (TB). Initially, the treatment was started at a private hospital. But the cost of her treatment was high. So I had to shift her to the government hospital for her treatment. They changed the regimen entirely because th... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. This is an XDR (extensively drug-resistant) TB (tuberculosis) regimen. Is she taking any antacids? She has neuropathy because of Linezolid. We need to reduce or stop Linezolid and add Gabapentin or Pregabalin. Consult your specialist doctor, di... Read Full »