Fatima Khan Fatima Khan Asked 8 months ago

How to diagnose tb disease?

My neighbour has been coughing for a long time and has lost a lot of weight, and now they are getting tested for TB. How is TB disease diagnosed by doctors?

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Rohan Gokhale Rohan Gokhale Joined May 2026 5 months ago
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Actually, you need proper medical tests for TB, yaar. My colleague had a cough for over two weeks, so the doctor ordered a chest X-ray and a sputum test to confirm it.

Priyanka Sen Priyanka Sen Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

TB is diagnosed through a combination of chest X-rays, sputum tests, and sometimes blood tests like IGRA. It is highly treatable, but consulting a qualified physician is the best way to get an accurate diagnosis.

Arjun Kapoor Arjun Kapoor Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

While you should focus on nutrition and rest, please do not ignore a persistent cough or sudden weight loss. Get tested immediately via sputum and chest scans, and only do light walking if your doctor permits.

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Sameer Sheikh Sameer Sheikh Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I had a persistent cough and night sweats last year. The doctor did a skin test and sputum test which confirmed TB. Got my meds and recovered completely, so just get tested.

Meenakshi Sundaram Meenakshi Sundaram Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

I totally get it, dealing with a chronic cough and fatigue is very draining and scary. Please take care and consult a chest specialist who can run the right sputum tests for you.

Sneha Joshi Sneha Joshi Joined May 2026 6 months ago

I completely understand the panic when you have a lingering cough and fear the worst. But getting a proper chest X-ray and doctor's checkup will bring clarity and relief, so please book an appointment.

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Nikhil D'Souza Nikhil D'Souza Joined May 2026 5 months ago

I monitor my resting heart rate and weight regularly, and a sharp drop in weight with night sweats is a clear signal to visit a doctor. Get a chest X-ray and a Mantoux test done at a diagnostic lab.

Aditya Verma Aditya Verma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Don't stress, TB is completely curable with regular medication. Just visit a government health center or private clinic to get a sputum test and chest scan done for a clear picture.

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