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HomeHealth QueryPulmonology/ Respiratory MedicineMy mom's been diagnosed with early-stage TB, and s...
  • Female
  • 56 Years
  • 22/01/2025

My mom's been diagnosed with early-stage TB, and she's having this issue with water and pus in her lung area. What steps should we take to help her out? Any advice would be really appreciated.

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Dr. Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

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  • MBBS
  • 1+ Yrs
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Ecg,x-ray chest pa view,sputum for AFB and microscopy is advised to the patient.

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