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Medical Conditions - Extra Pulmonary Tb

Extrapulmonary tuberculosis is an infectious disease that is caused by a bacterium called mycobacterium tuberculosis. This type of tuberculosis occurs in organ systems other than the lungs. Some of the symptoms of extrapulmonary tuberculosis are fever, chills, malaise, and dyspnea.

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Can TB meningitis progress to the tubercular spine?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your post which has nicely described the events. Also, I reviewed her reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

How long does it take for a tuberculosis lump to dissolve?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Any anti-tuberculosis regimen has to be taken for a minimum of six months for pulmonary tuberculosis and nine months for extrapulmonary tuberculosis.

Can I drink water while fasting for a thyroid profile test?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your irregular periods can be due to your obesity. You need to lose some weight. You have a history of TB (tuberculosis).

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Why is HIV test done in case of extrapulmonary tuberculosis?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern.

What is the correct dosage and duration for taking Akurit 4 and Akurit 3 for my bone TB?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. To monitor the treatment response, you should get an ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate) and a CRP (C-reactive protein) test.

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