Question 1

I'm really concerned about tuberculosis and I've heard about the sputum test for AFB and the Gram stain, but are there other tests that I should be aware of? I'm just wondering if these are enough to accurately detect TB or if there are more tests that could give a clearer picture.

Accepted Answer

yes they are enough ,for confirmation do CBNAAT

Question 2

I've been dealing with shortness of breath for the past year, and it's getting worse lately. It's gotten to the point where I'm out of breath just walking around my house. What could be causing this, and is it something I should be worried about?

Accepted Answer

Salbutamol inhaler and budesonide 200 sos is advised for breathing difficulty.

Question 3

I'm dealing with asthma, but for the past 45 months, I've been feeling breathless constantly. There's a lot of yawning and burping happening too. I had an X-ray, which showed everything's fine. I've tried nebulization and other treatments my doctor r...

Accepted Answer

continue the same until symptoms exacerbated, if symptoms exacerbated take inhaler

Question 4

I'm really concerned because I've been feeling super tired all the time, and it's been getting harder to breathe properly. It feels like my body just isn't getting enough air, and it leaves me feeling worn out. What could be causing this? Could it be...

Accepted Answer

Fatigue, difficulty breathing, and tiredness can be caused by several factors, such as respiratory conditions like asthma or bronchitis, heart issues, anemia, or even stress and anxiety. Its important to assess underlying health conditions and seek a doctors evaluation to pinpoint the exact cause and receive appropriate treatment.

Question 5

I'm feeling really worried because after drinking hot water all day the day before yesterday, I started having trouble breathing, especially at night, and my nose is all congested. I've already tried inhaling steam, but I'm not sure what might be cau...

Accepted Answer

gastritis and do chest x ray for continues further

Question 6

My dad is 59 and has diabetes. He's had a fever for the past 8-10 days and just tested positive for COVID-19. Though he hasn't had any breathing issues so far, his temperature has been normal for the last 36 hours. He takes Cetanil T every morning an...

Accepted Answer

try giving him nutritious food. take syrup ascoril twice a day for 5 days

I'm really concerned about tuberculosis and I've heard about the sputum test for AFB and the Gram stain, but are there other tests that I should be aware of? I'm just wondering if these are enough to accurately detect TB or if there are more tests that could give a clearer picture.

I'm really concerned about tuberculosis and I've heard about the sputum test for AFB and the Gram stain, but are there other tests that I should be aware of? I'm just wondering if these are enough to accurately detect TB or if there are more tests that could give a clearer picture.

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