Question 1

I'm 29 and had pulmonary TB a while ago. I went through a full year of treatment. It's been about six months now, and I've started experiencing some chest pain on and off. It's really affecting my sleep because the discomfort keeps me up. I don't have a cough or fever, and my x-ray is clear. I'm really confused about what's causing this chest pain. Can you help figure out what's going on?

Accepted Answer

Hi, it's good to hear that you completed treatment for pulmonary TB. The chest pain you are experiencing could be due to post-tuberculosis pleurisy, which is inflammation of the lining of the lungs. I recommend taking Ibuprofen 400mg three times a day after meals for a few days to help reduce the inflammation and relieve the chest pain. Additionally, you can apply a warm compress to the painful area for further relief. If the pain persists or worsens, please follow up with your healthcare provider for further evaluation.

Question 2

I'm really worried and need some advice. So, there's this situation where someone was treated for MDR for about a year and a half with pulmonary TB. Now, it looks like they're also dealing with lymph node TB. I'm curious, could this mean there's a chance of having MDR again?

Accepted Answer

Yes.

Question 3

I've had this cough for about six months now. I've been taking Sigcet M, Azithromycin, and Ceftriaxone, and also using cough syrup. I even checked my sputum three times, and it was negative each time. I did a CBNAAT test, and that was negative too. What should I do next? I'm really worried and looking for some advice.

Accepted Answer

STDs without cure:

HIVAIDS
Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV)
Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
Hepatitis B and C (although treatment can manage symptoms)

STDs with cure:

Chlamydia
Gonorrhea
Syphilis
Trichomoniasis

In Mumbai, various hospitals and clinics offer STD diagnosis and treatment packages:

Apollo Hospitals: Comprehensive STD screening package (2,500 - 5,000)
Lilavati Hospital: STD diagnosis and treatment package (1,500 - 3,000)
Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital: STD screening package (2,000 - 4,000)
SRL Diagnostics: STD testing package (1,000 - 2,500)

It sounds like you may have asthma or an allergic airway condition triggered by cold or night-time air. I recommend consulting a pulmonologist for a proper evaluation, including spirometry. Continuing appropriate long-term treatment, like inhalers, may help prevent recurrence.

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I'm really worried and need some advice. So, there's this situation where someone was treated for MDR for about a year and a half with pulmonary TB. Now, it looks like they're also dealing with lymph node TB. I'm curious, could this mean there's a chance of having MDR again?

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