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Medical Conditions - Multidrug Resistant Tuberculosis

The type of tuberculosis, where the causative bacteria is resistant to at least two drugs used as the first-line treatment, is called multi-drug-resistant tuberculosis. This type of tuberculosis takes a longer time to cure, and the treatment is rougher.

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I have suffered with tuberculosis(Koch's disease)last year. Now I am getting the same disease back.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am not sure what makes you think you are getting the disease back. It needs a medical examination to prove if you are right in your fear.

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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).

What is the exact issue of my health?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I'm sorry to hear that you have been going through such challenges.

What could lead to a worsening of symptoms in MDR-TB?

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

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How to prevent multidrug-resistant tuberculosis?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Let me first explain regular tuberculosis (TB).

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How to treat multidrug-resistant tuberculosis?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen both reports (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). Sputum report is positive and has also grown Mycobacterium tuberculosis.

How to manage multidrug-resistant tuberculosis?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern for your father's condition.

How to manage multidrug-resistant tuberculosis?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for reaching out to us. I am sorry about your medical condition.

What is GeneXpert test?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The GeneXpert test is a molecular test which detects the DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) in TB bacteria (tuberculosis).

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Can fever and joint pain occur due to TB?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. 1. Tuberculosis is a worrisome disease. 2.

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