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Does a positive Mantoux test after recovering from tuberculosis indicate active tuberculosis?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I had tuberculosis one year back, and I got a Mantoux test done recently, which was positive. Also, I got a chest X-ray done, and it was normal. So what do I have to do now? Whether it is TB positive or not? Kindly help.
Answered by Dr. Pawar Satyajit Jalinder

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Dr. Pawar Satyajit Jalinder is a dedicated medical oncologist with expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of solid tumors and hematological malignancies. He has experience managing complex cancer cases and is certified in the treatment of various cancers using evidence-based and personalized approaches. In addition to oncology, Dr. Pawar Satyajit Jalinder has experience managing complicated multisystem rheumatological disorders and infections. He has contributed to medical research with publications on tuberculosis and cancers such as multiple myeloma, lung cancer, and sarcomas. Dr. Pawar Satyajit Jalinder is committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care while helping patients make informed treatment decisions.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

Please answer the following questions to be more clear about the current situation:

1. How was tuberculosis(TB) diagnosed a year ago?

2. What symptoms you had that time?

3. Which body organ was affected the last time you had TB?

4. For how long did you take treatment?

5. After treatment, whether your symptoms resolved or not?

6. Currently, do you have any symptoms?

When exposed to TB, your body builds immunity against it, and Mantoux shows that your body is reactive against TB, meaning you have had prior exposure to it. Therefore, there is no need to worry if you do not have any symptoms at present. Mantoux will remain positive for a long time.

Hope this helps.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At November 3, 2022
Reviewed At December 21, 2023

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Pawar Satyajit Jalinder is a dedicated medical oncologist with expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of solid tumors and hematological malignancies. He has experience managing complex cancer cases and is certified in the treatment of various cancers using evidence-based and personalized approaches. In addition to oncology, Dr. Pawar Satyajit Jalinder has experience managing complicated multisystem rheumatological disorders and infections. He has contributed to medical research with publications on tuberculosis and cancers such as multiple myeloma, lung cancer, and sarcomas. Dr. Pawar Satyajit Jalinder is committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care while helping patients make informed treatment decisions.

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Dr. Pawar Satyajit Jalinder
Dr. Pawar Satyajit Jalinder

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Pawar Satyajit Jalinder is a dedicated medical oncologist with expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of solid tumors and hematological malignancies. He has experience managing complex cancer cases and is certified in the treatment of various cancers using evidence-based and personalized approaches. In addition to oncology, Dr. Pawar Satyajit Jalinder has experience managing complicated multisystem rheumatological disorders and infections. He has contributed to medical research with publications on tuberculosis and cancers such as multiple myeloma, lung cancer, and sarcomas. Dr. Pawar Satyajit Jalinder is committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care while helping patients make informed treatment decisions.

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