I've been dealing with a fever for about six weeks now. My doctor did a Mantoux test, which came back positive, and I started treatment for TB. The fever went away after four days, but now it's back. It spikes to 102 degrees around 3 PM and again after midnight. Is this something normal during TB treatment, or should I be concerned about it?

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Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

General Practitioner

MBBS
1+ Yrs

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Stick to your treatment! Complete the full course! And just to be sure get an sputum AFB done if not done already! Next Steps Consult for further information and guidance

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I've been dealing with a really bad cough and a lot of phlegm for the past couple of days, and my throat feels really scratchy. Could you suggest what might be going on or if there's anything I can do to feel better?

That could be Pharyngitis or Bronchitis which is causing phlegm,do salt water gargling twice daily and consume warm food.

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I recently started my TB medication and usually take it around 9 in the morning, but I messed up and forgot to have it on time. I just remembered it at about 11 at night and decided to take it then. I'm worried if taking it so late might cause any issues. Should I be concerned about this lapse in my schedule?

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I've rented a hot tub with a friend, and now we're both dealing with a chesty cough and sore throat. Could this be hot tub lung?

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