Question 1

I'm really worried about my brother. His report shows he has Mycobacterium TB. Could you help me understand if this means it's in the early or late stage? Also, he coughed up a small amount of blood this morning and is having really bad chest pain. What stage might this be?

Accepted Answer

start ATT and CHEST X RAY , CBNAAT

Question 2

I'm currently dealing with active tuberculosis and I'm on a treatment plan taking Combutol 800 in the morning and an Ambystryn injection in the evening. I'm a bit worried and wondering if this is the correct treatment for my condition. Could you share your thoughts or advice on this?

Accepted Answer

-It sounds like you're on the right treatment for active TB, as Combipack (Combutol) and Ambystryn (Amikacin) are commonly used. However, it's crucial to follow your doctor's advice and attend regular follow-ups to ensure the treatment is effective. Stay

Question 3

I've been dealing with this chronic cough for 12 years now, and it's really frustrating, especially because it lasts for about 3 to 4 months each year and gets pretty severe. I constantly get this diagnosis of bronchitis, CVA, or allergies, but all my test results are clear. The usual meds dont seem to do the trick, and I usually end up on steroids. One time, a doctor suggested Gabapentin NT 400 at night, but it didnt help at all. Interestingly, Ive noticed my cough eases a bit if I'm getting a head massage or if Im distracted, and it completely stops when I'm asleep.

I read somewhere that Gabapentin might be good for chronic cough, so I started taking 300 mg three times a day, and it seems like there's about 40-50% relief. Do you think its okay to bump it up to 600 mg three times a day? I've read studies that say up to 1800 mg is well tolerated and helps with chronic cough, but I'd love a second opinion. What would you suggest?

Accepted Answer

don't increase much dose

I'm really worried because the patient just got over COVID about five days ago. I'm trying to find out if they also recovered from COVID pneumonia or if there's still something lingering. Can you help explain how we can know for sure if they're in the clear?

for that you should do chest xray

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I'm really worried about my brother. His report shows he has Mycobacterium TB. Could you help me understand if this means it's in the early or late stage? Also, he coughed up a small amount of blood this morning and is having really bad chest pain. What stage might this be?

I'm currently dealing with active tuberculosis and I'm on a treatment plan taking Combutol 800 in the morning and an Ambystryn injection in the evening. I'm a bit worried and wondering if this is the correct treatment for my condition. Could you share your thoughts or advice on this?

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