- Male
- 32 Years
- 29/01/2025
I'm really stressed about this old tuberculosis scar I have. It's seriously causing issues with visa applications, especially in the UAE. Are there any medications or antibiotics that can actually get rid of it? If not, what other options do I have to bypass this hurdle and still secure the visa?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Removing old TB scars isn't possible with medication or antibiotics alone
Dr. Ranjith Suggests...
Consult a Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
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