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  • 22/01/2025

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My mom's been diagnosed with TB, and I'm really worried. In the evenings, her temperature goes up to about 100-101.5F. Is that kind of fever normal for someone dealing with TB? And once she starts taking her medication, how long can we expect this fever to stick around?

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Dr. Dr Ranjith Darla

Dr Ranjith Darla

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Around 5 days.

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