Tuesday, June 28, 2011

how is a tuberculosis skin test

how is a tuberculosis skin test?
the one that is only to determine if you have it or don't
Skin Conditions - 2 Answers
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they inject you with a tuberculin injection just under the skin and in 2 -3 days you go have it read. It's positive if you there is a red bump the size of a pencil eraser or bigger on your arm.
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the ppd test is just a small injection on your forearm, the results can be "read" within 2-3 days. A postive reaction will be an area of inflammation at the injection site (round bump). It doesn't hurt and as long as you are ok w/ needles you will be fine

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Friday, June 24, 2011

9 month latent tuberculosis treatment

9 month latent tuberculosis treatment?
how do the doctors know that the treatment worked at the end of the 9 months? is an x-ray performed? i'm afraid i've forgotten to take my medication too many times.
Infectious Diseases - 3 Answers
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If you have LTBI (latent tuberculosis infection), that means that you don't have active disease. Therefore, bronchiole washes, sputum cultures and smears, and xrays cannot be used to demonstrate that your treatment was effective. According to the CDC's Division of Tuberculosis Elimination, your posttreatment follow-up will be: -documentation of TST or QFT results and treatment completion including name, dates, original chest xray, and dosage and duration of medication (this can be shown in the future as demonstration of prior treatment if you get another positive test) -you will be re-educated on symptoms of TB disease and told to contact your medical provider if you develop any TB signs or symptoms. -serial or repeat chest radiographs are not indicated unless the you develop signs or symptoms suggestive of TB disease So, for the remainder of your regimen, please stay on your meds. The only way that you can find out that the treatment wasn't effective is by eventually developing active TB.
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Latent Tuberculosis is tested using Mantoux test.. It is a skin test. A solution is injected on the skin, and the skin is noted for a reaction, usually chacterized by redness and inflammation, within a period of around 2 to 7 days. A chest x-ray would not help in the re-diagnosis of Latent Tuberculosis, because no lung damage has yet occured.
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Jay W is correct. The most important thing for you to do is DO NOT FORGET THE DRUGS. It is imperative to maintain drug levels in your body for the entire length of treatment. And, if you have had a positive TB skin test it will always be positiive. You can never have another

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Monday, June 20, 2011

Does having active tuberculosis(TB) permanently damage the lungs

Does having active tuberculosis(TB) permanently damage the lungs ?
I have been taking treatment for active TB for the last 1 month(with 5 more months to take)
Respiratory Diseases - 5 Answers
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TB can cause areas of calcification in the lungs, so that could be permanent damage. Keep on your meds.
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That's good that you are taking treatment coz you won't be able to spread it to someone else. Of course it can damage the lungs if you have it for a very long period. Worst cases are coughing with blood and people die from that if left untreated. Be very religious in taking your drugs, you can be completely healed..like brand new! :)
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Yes, it causes cavity like scars
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Many people don't realize how easy it is to cure TB! Check out this link:
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Active TB in anyone can cause permanent damage. As long as you follow your doctor's treatment, you should have no long term effects from the disease. One thing you should do is to make sure that you let any future health care providers that you have had active TB in the past. The skin test that they perform to test you for TB will always be positive because you have had the disease. Also, anytime that you get a chest x-ray it might show up on there. Just make sure you stay on the treatment that the doctor prescibed to you and you should be ok

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Thursday, June 16, 2011

What is the scientific name for Tuberculosis and who discovered it (TB, not the name

What is the scientific name for Tuberculosis and who discovered it (TB, not the name)?

Infectious Diseases - 1 Answers
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Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease caused by bacteria whose scientific name is Mycobacterium tuberculosis. In 1882, Robert Koch discovered M. tuberculosis

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Sunday, June 12, 2011

Can tuberculosis be transmitted by a mosquito? Or only by droplet

Can tuberculosis be transmitted by a mosquito? Or only by droplet?

Infectious Diseases - 1 Answers
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It is spread when people cough, sneeze or spit. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tuberculosis

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Wednesday, June 8, 2011

what are the large stained areas on the sputum slide for mycobacterium tuberculosis

what are the large stained areas on the sputum slide for mycobacterium tuberculosis?

Biology - 2 Answers
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Most likely spores. Actaully, the spores should be quite small. Maybe epithelial cells.
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Probably, the slide is staned to show the structures more clearly

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Saturday, June 4, 2011

what is the latest treatment for tuberculosis

what is the latest treatment for tuberculosis?

Infectious Diseases - 0 Answers
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The standard "short" course treatment for tuberculosis (TB), if it is active, is isoniazid, rifampicin, pyrazinamide and ethambutol for two months, then isoniazid and rifampicin alone for a further four months. The patient is considered cured at six months. For latent tuberculosis, the standard treatment is six to nine months of isoniazid alone. It is still the most reliable treatment compared with other propsoed new treatment which are unstable

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Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Dental treatment during Tuberculosis treatment

Dental treatment during Tuberculosis treatment?
I've been undergoing treatment for Abdominal Tuberculosis since past year. Is it okay if I get some dental treatment done now (like Fluoride treatment or root canal etc) while the TB treatment is still on? Will it cause any problem? Thanks to the people who responded so far. I forgot to add that my GP has given a letter for the dentist, which says that I'm fit for dental treatment under any anesthesia. Does that mean I can get a root canal done too, if required or just some simple dental treatment?
Dental - 4 Answers
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This question needs to answered by your Dr. and Dentist!!!!!!!!!!!
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Yes, definitely check with your doctor and dentist! Here is an article for dental professionals and on this site there is a link to the CDC website. http://www.ada.org/prof/resources/topics/tuberculosis.asp By the way, I hope you are feeling better!
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This would be a question for your doctor to answer as he knows what medications you are presently prescribed and if dental treatment would be advisable now, or if it should be postponed until a later date. Unless you are having dental problems (severe toothache which would require a root canal procedure) I would suggest you wait. Your dentist will be able to address any dental problems that you may have without any further complications. Hope I've been of some help and good luck with your treatment. Additional information: If your GP gave the go ahead that you can have dental work, then you can receive any dental treatment that is needed, even a root canal if needed. Good luck!
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Luna, Based on what you have said about the letter from your M.D., you should be able to have a root canal if you are in need of one

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