I'm dealing with pleural effusion and some thickening of the pleura. I've been on FDC medication for pulmonary Koch's for about 14 months now. I'm worried because it's affecting my medical test for a job abroad. What can I do in this situation, and is there a way to manage or improve the test results despite my condition?

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Dr Ranjith Darla

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3+ Yrs

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Continue ATT as advised by the pulmonologist.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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