Tuberculosis (TB) is a highly contagious bacterial infection, that usually affects the lungs and can spread to other body parts like the brain, spine, stomach, etc. The bacteria Mycobacterium Tuberculosis causes it. The symptoms include persistent cough, blood in cough, chest pain, weight loss, chills, fever, and loss of appetite.
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Why am I having chest pain even after getting treated for pulmonary tuberculosis?
Query: Hello doctor, I was diagnosed with pulmonary tuberculosis (PTB) in the right lung through a chest X-ray a few months ago. I could not do the sputum test because I could not expectorate. I have been experiencing chest pains only. There is no fever, no coughing, and no night sweats. My doctor prescrib... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. The cavities are wounds in the normal lung tissue. Cavities heal slowly. Pain is a normal symptom in such condition. If you are still experiencing unbearable pain, I suggest you take painkillers after consulting a... Read Full »