Is prophylactic anti-tuberculosis treatment necessary



Prophylactic anti-tuberculosis treatment is also necessary if there is a high suspicion of tuberculosis infection.

Prophylactic anti-tuberculosis treatment may be appropriate if there is a high suspicion of pulmonary or extra-pulmonary tuberculosis. For example, if the tuberculin test appears strongly positive, but there is no other obvious basis, anti-tuberculosis treatment can also be carried out for a period of time. The duration of prophylactic medication is adjusted according to the specific situation.

Tuberculosis may present with symptoms of tuberculosis toxicity, such as low-grade fever, night sweats, lethargy, malaise, cough and sputum, and other clinical symptoms, and short-term anti-tuberculosis treatment is recommended if the presence of tuberculosis is highly suspected.

Preventive anti-tuberculosis treatment can slow down the progress of the disease and avoid delays. Most diagnosed patients can be cured with regular anti-tuberculosis treatment, so there is no need to worry too much.

If you have any problems, consult your doctor for further examination and treatment, and do not use drugs blindly without authorization.