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  • 28 Years
  • 22/01/2025

I'm dealing with TB and I've got some fluid in my lungs that's causing me chest pain. The doctor already took some of the fluid out, and that's how they figured out I have TB from the lab results. Should I be worried about the fluid coming back or about any other complications? What steps should I take next, and is there anything specific I should be doing to help my recovery?

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Dr. Dr Shubham Chauhan

Dr Shubham Chauhan

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  • MBBS
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start tuberculosis medicine course as per your doctor's advice

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