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  5. I'm really concerned because a friend of mine has been diagnosed with abdomen TB. I wanted to ask if this type of TB can spread through coughing or sneezing, or if it's not infectious like that. Is it safe for us to talk without wearing masks?

I'm really concerned because a friend of mine has been diagnosed with abdomen TB. I wanted to ask if this type of TB can spread through coughing or sneezing, or if it's not infectious like that. Is it safe for us to talk without wearing masks?

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I'm really concerned because a friend of mine has been diagnosed with abdomen TB. I wanted to ask if this type of TB can spread through coughing or sneezing, or if it's not infectious like that. Is it safe for us to talk without wearing masks?

Patient is advised ATT for abdominal tb.Continue same treatment for 6-8 months.

Last updated on 22 Jan 2025

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