Question 1

I'm really worried because I was asked to leave the UAE due to a lung x-ray showing a scar from what they say is old TB, even though I don't have active TB right now. I really want to return to Dubai but I'm not sure what steps to take to prove I'm healthy enough to go back. Is there a way to legally and safely address this scar with treatment or medications? Have you dealt with cases like this before where people needed to show proof of treatment to re-enter a country? Any guidance would be appreciated.

Accepted Answer

Consult a pulmonologist in your home country for a thorough evaluation, and obtain a medical certificate, including a chest CT scan, sputum tests, and blood tests, confirming the TB is inactive, then, with this documentation, apply for a fitness certificate from the UAE embassy or consulate, which may require additional testing or documentation, to facilitate your return to Dubai

Question 2

I'm really worried about my wife. She was diagnosed with TB in March and started on the standard treatment, but now she's dealing with back and neck pain, and stiffness in both areas. I've had some general physicians suggest getting an X-ray of her s...

Accepted Answer

Yes .MRI spine is advised to the patient for evaluating potts spine TB..If TB spine is present pt needs ATT for another 6 months ,since it is extrapulmonary TB.

Question 3

I've been feeling really off since having a COVID infection back in April. It's strange because since around May 21st, I've been feeling really dizzy, almost like being in a moving bus or train, and I've been experiencing extreme weakness. My symptom...

Accepted Answer

start doxycycline for 5 days and remdesivir

Question 4

I've been experiencing a dry cough whenever I talk and sometimes even when I'm just breathing. I usually deal with sinus issues, but I haven't had any recent cold or fever. Should I be concerned about this cough, and do you think it might be linked t...

Accepted Answer

Your persistent dry cough, especially while speaking and breathing, despite no recent cold or fever, may be related to your underlying sinus issues, potentially triggering postnasal drip, acid reflux, or irritation of the throat and airways, so consult an ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialis

Question 5

I've been noticing that my SPO2 level is above 95, which I thought was supposed to be okay, but I'm still experiencing some breathlessness today. Should I be worried about this or is it normal to feel this way sometimes?

Accepted Answer

Patient is advised   spirometry,Pulmonary function tests and sputum for AFB and microscopy.

Question 6

I'm really struggling with acute bronchitis, and it's been going on for about three years. Nights are the worst because I just can't seem to find any relief and get really restless. Can you recommend a remedy that might actually help me feel better?

Accepted Answer

drink warm water , humidity your environment, relaxation techniques , expectorant , bronchodialators

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