Shruti Rao Shruti Rao Asked 6 months ago

Is tb coming back?

I've been hearing more news about TB recently, and it feels like it used to be a problem from the past. Is TB making a comeback now?

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Geeta Rao Geeta Rao Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago
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It feels like many older diseases are resurfacing, no? TB has always been around in India, but there are concerns about drug-resistant strains. So, it's not so much 'coming back' as 'always present' and potentially becoming harder to treat in some cases. Stay aware, stay healthy.

Devi Prasad Devi Prasad Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

In life, cycles come and go. Health challenges are also part of it. It is said that TB cases are increasing, but with faith and proper medical care, we can overcome. Stay positive, keep your immunity strong, and seek guidance from doctors.

Pooja Gupta Pooja Gupta Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

Dekho, 'coming back' toh nahi bol sakte, TB toh kabhi gaya hi nahi tha pura. Bas cases ki sankhya badh rahi hai, khaas kar resistant wale. Toh dhyaan rakho, precautions lo, aur sehat ka khayal rakho.

Nisha Kaur Nisha Kaur Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

This makes me so anxious! I read somewhere that cases are increasing, especially after the pandemic, because people missed check-ups. It's not exactly 'coming back' but maybe getting worse. It means we all need to be extra careful and get any cough checked, right?

Amit Tandon Amit Tandon Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

Arre yaar, ab kya, TB bhi comeback kar raha hai? Like some old Bollywood villain? 😂 Kidding aside, yes, health reports do indicate a resurgence, especially with drug-resistant strains. So let's all be careful and take precautions seriously.

Karan Malhotra Karan Malhotra Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago

Unfortunately, yes, there are reports of TB cases, particularly drug-resistant forms, rising in some areas. It was never fully eradicated. Be vigilant about symptoms and get checked promptly. Early intervention saves time and lives.

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Priya Kapoor Priya Kapoor Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

Yes, there's definitely a concern about TB cases, including drug-resistant ones, on the rise. Strong immunity from a good diet and regular walks helps, but proper medical response is critical. So stay active and alert.

Deepika Sharma Deepika Sharma Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

It's true that there's talk about TB cases rising again, especially drug-resistant ones. Just like with thyroid issues, regular health checks and early detection are key. If you feel any symptoms, don't wait, get it checked by a doctor.

Suresh Sharma Suresh Sharma Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Haan, yeh chinta ki baat hai. Doctors bhi bol rahe hain ki TB ke naye cases aur resistance badh raha hai. Jaisa mere BP mein, regular checkup aur healthy lifestyle zaroori hai, vaise hi TB se bachne ke liye bhi dhyaan rakhna padega.

Shruti Mehta Shruti Mehta Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

It's normal to feel worried hearing such news. I get anxious too. It's not exactly 'coming back' because it never fully disappeared, but reports suggest an increase in cases. The best approach is to be aware of symptoms and get checked rather than panicking.

Rajesh Khanna Rajesh Khanna Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Haan, ye baat toh sahi hai, sunne mein aa raha hai ki TB ke cases phir se badh rahe hain, especially drug-resistant types. Na, acchi khabar nahi hai. Sabko apni sehat ka khayal rakhna chahiye.

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Anjali Bose Anjali Bose Joined May 2026 6 months ago

I've been hearing this too and it's quite concerning. Is it really becoming more common again, or is it just more awareness? I hope it's not like another big wave. What do others feel?

Rahul Mehra Rahul Mehra Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Just what we needed, right? More reasons to be stressed and sleep deprived. Yes, apparently TB cases are on the rise again. Can't catch a break, can we? But seriously, be careful.

Amit Sharma Amit Sharma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

It's true that there are reports of increasing TB cases. I used to panic at every little news, but I learned that vigilance and early detection are key. It's not a new disease, but staying aware and getting screened if needed is important, not panicking.

Rajesh Prasad Rajesh Prasad Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Lagta hai, purane dushman laut rahe hain! Pehle covid, ab sunte hain TB bhi wapas aa raha hai ya cases badh rahe hain. Mere jaise middle-aged logon ke liye toh har din ek naya health challenge hai. But seriously, it's concerning if cases are rising.

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