Saturday, November 1, 2008

is it possible to have tuberculosis when u cough for almost 2 months


is it possible to have tuberculosis when u cough for almost 2 months?

Respiratory Diseases - 5 Answers
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1 :
You would know if you had TB as the CDC would lock you up pretty quick.
2 :
It could just be a respiratory virus. You could cough for two months straight. There's usually nothing you can do about it except drink lots of fluids.
3 :
TB would be in the differential diagnosis. You need to see your Dr. for a TB skin test and maybe a chest x-ray. Other causes of chronic cough could be PND(post-nasal drip), gastric reflux and asthma. I have also seen TB in asymptomatic people. Other symptoms of TB could include weight loss, blood in the sputum, night sweats......BUT see your Doctor for a correct diagnosis.
4 :
Any persistent cough should be discussed with your GP, it might well be an indication that something is wrong. GP referral to a Specialist Consultant who is qualified and can reveal the actual cause.
5 :
My son had a cough for 4 months, turned out he had Pertussis! Seems it's making a come-back despite the vaccinations! Have your doctor check you out



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