Rahul Das Rahul Das Asked 4 months ago

What is the symptoms of tb positive?

A colleague of mine was recently diagnosed with TB. I've been around him quite a bit, so I'm trying to be vigilant. What are the common symptoms if someone tests positive for TB?

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Meena Sharma Meena Sharma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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When someone tests TB positive, it means the bacteria is in their body. Symptoms are usually a cough that lasts more than 3 weeks, fever, especially in the evenings, night sweats, and losing weight without trying. My neighbor had it years ago, but with proper medicine, he fully recovered. So don't worry, just get treated properly.

Gopal Lal Gopal Lal Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

Bhai, if TB test is positive, then doctors give medicines, and it gets better. Symptoms are like cough for a long time, body feeling hot (fever), sweating at night, and body becoming weak. Don't be scared, just take all the medicines on time, the doctor knows best.

Nisha Reddy Nisha Reddy Joined May 2026 4 months ago

When you're TB positive, symptoms typically include a persistent cough (over 3 weeks), fever, drenching night sweats, and unintentional weight loss. While exercise and good nutrition are important for recovery, the most critical step is strictly adhering to the prescribed medication. Don't skip doses!

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Manish Gupta Manish Gupta Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

If someone is TB positive, the symptoms are usually a cough lasting weeks, fever, night sweats, and unexplained weight loss. The practical solution is to get tested, start the medication course as prescribed by the government, and complete it fully. Don't hide it; get treated and protect your family too.

Rahul Kumar Rahul Kumar Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

Persistent cough, fever, night sweats, and weight loss are common. Follow doctor's orders diligently.

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Priya Singh Priya Singh Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

A TB positive diagnosis means active infection. The classic symptoms are a chronic cough, often with phlegm or blood, fever, night sweats, and unexplained weight loss. It's a treatable condition, but strictly following the doctor's entire course of medication is paramount. Self-treatment or stopping early can be dangerous.

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