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Asked for Male | 45 Years

What are the diseases that mimicks tb?

Answered by Dr. Shweta Bansal

Several diseases can have symptoms that resemble tuberculosis, making diagnosis more challenging. Some conditions that mimic TB include non tuberculous mycobacterial infections, fungal infections, pneumonia, lung cancer, and sarcoidosis. These diseases can cause respiratory symptoms similar to Tb, such as cough, fever, and chest pain..

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I have been coughing a lot for the past three days with soar throat...I went to the dispensary and I was given Lotide & prednisolone ....is this a right medicine for me?

Male | 35

These symptoms often happe­n when you have a virus infection. Lotide­ cough syrup can help your throat feel be­tter and stop coughing so much. Prednisolone me­dicine is a steroid that can reduce­ swelling in your throat.

Answered on 23rd May '24

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Hi, my name is aiden i am 14 years old and I've been wondering if there something wrong with me when i lay down on my chest i find it a lil hard to breathe sometimes i wonder if its axizety or i might be overthinking but other then that ive been having axizety making it hard for me to sleep and i just feels like my eyes are close but im not getting any sleep what should i do

Male | 14

When you lay on your chest and it feels hard to get air in, that could be from anxiety. Anxiety also makes it difficult for people to sleep well at night.  You can learn how to control your breathing when talking about it with them and other ways of calming down too if they know about it. Try doing things before going to bed like making a routine so that every time before sleep you will make sure that you get into bed more easily also practice good habits around sleep like not watching any screens an hour before bedtime because they keep awake longer which means fewer hours spent resting. If these symptoms stay or get worse then maybe it's time to see the doctor and tell them what’s been happening.

Answered on 13th June '24

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My foster father is having slight pain on his left side of chest. Since 6 months or so. I would like to know what it could be.

Male | 62

Constant light pain on the left side of the chest for a period not shorter than half and year may have many causes, starting from musculoskeletal disorders to heart-related diseases. Your foster father should also seek professional advice from a cardiologist to query through his heart history and check it out, via tests such as an ECG of X-ray for the identification of its cause. He should get prompt medical attention to rule out any serious conditions and ensure his health.

Answered on 23rd May '24

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i am 17 year old male , my height is 180.5 cm , my weight is 98 kg , and just after clearing my 10 th boards doctors (in KGMU and PGI) doctors said that i have tb in lungs (by bronchoscopy) , it really breaks me down but I thought about my parents and decided to take proper medication of 18 months after that i join the gym and decided to loss weight and build muscles because i am fat and then i started taking creatine and protein ,i am not doubting about your skills even single % but my doctor who give me medicine in KGMU said you can take your daily meals there is no restrictions and don't take any milk products under 5 hours after taking that particular medicine . so , can i take creatine and whey protein during these medication ( plz understand my situation i am taking only these 2 supplements ) i will do anything by these 2 supplements doesn't affect my body . plz give me you advise by considering my situation

Male | 17

Answered on 15th Aug '24

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Cough..very hard.........

Male | 30

Your cough sounds very inte­nse. A severe­ cough can signify illnesses like che­st infections, throat infections, allergie­s, or asthma. Stay hydrated, use a humidifier, and take­ cough medicine if require­d. If it persists, see a pulmonologist. Seve­re coughing fits are difficult. Coughs sometime­s indicate underlying conditions. Persiste­nt coughing warrants medical attention. Reme­dies like fluids and humidifiers provide­ temporary relief.

Answered on 24th July '24

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Recently I have been diagnosed with pleural thickening RT CP in x-ray

Male | 25

Pleural fibrosis results in thickening of the lungs lining and further development of breath problems and other symptoms. It may occur as a result of several different things like being exposed to asbestos or being infected by a certain bacterium or virus. I will recommend you see a pulmonodigist who can assess the exact condition and recommend a proper treatment plan.

Answered on 23rd May '24

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My daughter was suffering from pneumonia

Female | 4

You should seek immediate medical care for your daughter. Pneumonia is a severe illness that can easily cause difficulty in the respiratory system, among other serious diseases. Immediately, you are asked to visit a pulmonologist or pediatrician who specializes in the field of respiratory diseases for purposes of diagnosis and treatment. Early intervention can help prevent the complications and aid in fast recovery.

Answered on 23rd May '24

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My wife is suffering from feaver headache and conjection in chest since 10 day

Female | 47

do a chest xray
cbc/kft /lft

Answered on 23rd May '24

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I am 52 yrs old. I have been detected Lungs Fibrosis ( R>L) with Bronchiectasis post Covid-19 infection. I was detected positive on 23 Aug 21. Please advise for further management

Male | 52

follow these herbal combination for complete cure :- maha laxmi vilas ras 1 tablet twice a day, sitopiladi avleh 10 gms twice a day, after breakfast and dinner with water, send your reports initially

Answered on 11th July '24

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Good morning,i would like to know why i feel my chest or maybe my lungs is congested?...cause i can feel and see my breathing, and also i feel like spitting out mucus everytime.

Male | 35

Difficulty in breathing, production of mucus and chest congestion could be a result of a respiratory infection or an allergy. A pulmonologist should be consulted to diagnose and treat the condition.
 

Answered on 23rd May '24

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Wet coughing with chest tighness

Male | 32

It would be wise to consult a pulmonologist if you are experiencing symptoms of moist coughs associated with chest tightness. One explanation could be that it is bronchitis or a respiratory infection. 

Answered on 23rd May '24

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I am having cough from last 2 weeks

Female | 35

It is recommended that you seek the advice of a pulmonologist if you have been having symptoms of cough for more than 2 weeks. Chronic cough is a common symptom that can be related to various respiratory diseases like asthma, bronchitis, and lung cancer. 

Answered on 23rd May '24

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I want to know about the TB

Female | 55

TB, a common shorthand term for tuberculosis, is a life-threatening disease caused by bacteria that mainly affect the lungs. Humans with TB might experience, amongst others, the following peculiar signs: prolonged cough, chest pain, losing weight, and fatigue. The transmission occurs when a TB patient coughs or sneezes with a built-in airway and thus spreads the bacteria from person to person. 

Answered on 23rd May '24

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