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Shall I plan for a baby while on TB treatment?

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Published At April 5, 2017
Reviewed AtOctober 9, 2018

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Recently I went to doctor as I was coughing up with blood. The doctor prescribed a few tests and x-ray. After that, I got to know that I am suffering from TB. Now, I am on Ethambutol, Pyrazinamide and R Cinex for at least six months. I just wanted to know whether can I still plan for a baby while on TB treatment as I am eagerly waiting to get pregnant. I was on Clomid, Duphaston, and Progynova as I was taking fertility treatment too. But, I recently stopped all fertility medicine when I got to know about TB. I felt that it is worth now thinking of the baby. Please help as we are completely confused and so many things in mind making us feel more scary.

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I can understand your situation

  • First, you need to know that untreated tuberculosis can cause maternal as well as fetal complications.
  • I would like to advise you to take drugs at least for six months and then try for pregnancy.
  • The drugs you are taking such as Isoniazid, Rifampicin, Ethambutol and Pyrazinamide are relatively safe during pregnancy.

For further information consult an infertility specialist online --> https://www.icliniq.com/ask-a-doctor-online/infertility-specialist

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Sathawane Aparna Mulchand
Dr. Sathawane Aparna Mulchand

Obstetrics and Gynecology

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