I've had left pleural fluid since December 2021, and I'm still on TB medicine. According to my chest CT and PET CT scans, the TB has relapsed, and mycobacterium was detected with low RIF resistance. I'm taking the 4 TB tablets daily, but why did it relapse?

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Dr Shubham Chauhan

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probably mycobacterium in you has become resistant to medicines which you are taking . relapse also has a treatment donot worry

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My dad's 72 and already has some heart issues. Recently, he's been dealing with fluid retention in his lungs, and even though he's on all the necessary medications and seeing a cardiologist, we're not seeing much improvement. He can't sleep well, isn't eating much, and seems to be getting weaker. We're really worried. Do you think we should consult a pulmonologist to help with his breathing, or is there something else we should be looking into to help him feel better?

yes u can use it, visit ur physician for apprpropriate managent

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I'm dealing with a weird issue where I cough up this jelly-like stuff that comes from deep in my chest. In the mornings, my spit has these dark brown-black specks and its a bit thicker than usual. Im 23 and used to smoke a lot but quit about two months ago because of this. I do have acid reflux, but its mostly under control. I'm worried and can't figure out why this is happening, and sometimes it's so thick that it makes me vomit. What could be going on?

Yes that could be due to GERD ,continue using PPIs and consume bland diet and have adequate rest this will help you

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I'm a bit worried about this digital chest X-ray report that shows prominent bronchovascular markings. Is this something I should be concerned about? How harmful could it be, and are there any things I can do to help with it?

take treatment

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