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Being Diabetic, Can Appetite Loss And Fatigue Be Indicative Of Tuberculosis?

I am shivery, have loss of appetite, heavy eyes and feel very weak. The hospital I work in has diagnosed patients and some staff with TB that are in a ward which I am not in contact with. I am a 42 year old female who is diabetic, who is prone to bowls under my arm but I am on medication for this. I use insulin once in the evening and take all the usual medicines also for my diabetes, weight about 11.2 stone and height 5.3. Thank-you.
Mon, 23 Feb 2015
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I can understand your concern.The symptoms you mentioned may be seen in Tuberculosis infected person,but not necessarily confirmative of the diagnosis.since you mentioned that you are not in contact with them,your chances of getting infected with Tuberculosis is less.Boils under the arm may be of varied causes,not particularly of tuberculosis infection.Its always better to consult your doctor for further tests if your condition is not improving with the medication.Always keep check of your sugars,as even uncontrolled sugars makes you more prone for infections.Hope my advise is of help to you.I will be happy to answer any further concerns.
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Being Diabetic, Can Appetite Loss And Fatigue Be Indicative Of Tuberculosis?

I can understand your concern.The symptoms you mentioned may be seen in Tuberculosis infected person,but not necessarily confirmative of the diagnosis.since you mentioned that you are not in contact with them,your chances of getting infected with Tuberculosis is less.Boils under the arm may be of varied causes,not particularly of tuberculosis infection.Its always better to consult your doctor for further tests if your condition is not improving with the medication.Always keep check of your sugars,as even uncontrolled sugars makes you more prone for infections.Hope my advise is of help to you.I will be happy to answer any further concerns.