- Female
- 21 Years
- 22/01/2025
I'm currently being treated for tuberculosis and have been on medication for about two months. Initially, I was on Akurit 4 for around 1.5 months, but it gave me really bad joint pain, so my doctor switched me to AKT 3. Lately, I've been facing significant hair fall, and I'm worried I might lose all my hair soon. I've also noticed some white strands popping up. Could you please advise on what I can do about this situation?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Yes are the probable side effects of Anti Tubercular drugs,the joint pains could be Rheumatoid Arthritis also no need to worry everything is reversible once the treatment is doen,have a regular check with your doctor consume protien rich diet.
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Consult a Dermatologist
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