My doctor told me that i have tuberculosis and advices me to start taking medication. I have positive tuberculin skin test and chest scan shows the possibility of tb. But, I don't have any symptoms of tuberculosis. I don't have cough, fever, nothing. Is it possible to have tuberculosis with no symptoms? Should I start taking medicines?
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Tuberculosis with no symptoms.
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Yes you may have latent TB. I would start taking the meds. How many months do they want you to take the meds? In case of latent TB mostly it's 3 months.
It sounds like you may have the beginnings of active TB Because your X-ray is showing worrying signs. If this is correct then you don’t have any choice and the doctor would insist you start treatment straight away so you don’t spread it or become very ill. You need to ask your doctor for more information about your condition - good luck
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