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Is Brain TB Curable?
Hello sir, My uncle he is 62yrs with sugar complaint and Bp. 4 days back he was attacked by stroke Later CT scan was done. The report said there is blood clot in brain about 4cms. He is in ICU still Now the doctor says it is brain TB. Pls help. Is it curable. Can he survive
Tue, 28 Mar 2017
Hi , i have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Yes brain TB (Tuberculomas/Tuberculous Meningitis) is curable but it usually need longer duration of treatment approximately upto 1 year as comparing to 06 months treatment of pulmonary tuberculosis. He will need good compliance of medication, physiotherapy ,general care and regular follow up.
Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate to ask. I will be happy to answer your questions.
Wishing him good health.
Yes brain TB (Tuberculomas/Tuberculous Meningitis) is curable but it usually need longer duration of treatment approximately upto 1 year as comparing to 06 months treatment of pulmonary tuberculosis. He will need good compliance of medication, physiotherapy ,general care and regular follow up.
Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate to ask. I will be happy to answer your questions.
Wishing him good health.
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