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Suggest Tests To Determine If TB Is Completely Cured

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Posted on Mon, 18 Jan 2016
Question: Hello, Dr XXXXXXX heijebu.

After having tuberculosis (TB) how does one get to know that he's fully cured or not?

Thank you
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Answered by Dr. Suresh Heijebu (22 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Blood and Radiological tests

Detailed Answer:
Hello, Sir.

I can certainly understand your concerns.

I apologize for the delayed response.

Sputum examination, Chest X-ray and Culture/Sensitivity can largely predict the treatment outcome of TB.

Post your further queries if any.

Thanks
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Suggest Tests To Determine If TB Is Completely Cured

Brief Answer: Blood and Radiological tests Detailed Answer: Hello, Sir. I can certainly understand your concerns. I apologize for the delayed response. Sputum examination, Chest X-ray and Culture/Sensitivity can largely predict the treatment outcome of TB. Post your further queries if any. Thanks