Tuberculosis Diagnosis and Management in Hyderabad
City Chest Clinic, Mehdipatnam, Hyderabad|Dr. S.A. Rafi, Consultant Pulmonologist
Tuberculosis (TB) is a bacterial infection that most often affects the lungs. It remains common in India, but it is curable when it is diagnosed correctly and the full course of medicines is completed. Early testing protects both the patient and their family.
Symptoms that need a TB check
- Cough lasting more than 2 weeks
- Fever, especially in the evenings
- Night sweats
- Unexplained weight loss and loss of appetite
- Coughing up blood
- Chest pain or breathlessness
If any of these apply to you, book an evening consultation at City Chest Clinic, Mehdipatnam. Bring all previous reports, X-rays and your current medicines or inhalers.
How TB is diagnosed
- Sputum examination, including rapid molecular tests (such as CBNAAT / TrueNat) that also detect rifampicin resistance.
- Chest X-ray and, where needed, a CT scan.
- Bronchoscopy with lavage when sputum cannot be produced or is negative but TB is still suspected.
- Evaluation of TB outside the lungs, such as lymph node or pleural TB.
Treatment and follow-up
- Standard anti-TB treatment for at least 6 months for drug-sensitive TB, as per national guidelines.
- Regular review of symptoms, weight, liver function and vision during treatment.
- Assessment for drug-resistant TB when there is a poor response or previous treatment.
- Screening advice for family members and close contacts.
- TB cases are notified as required by law, and patients can also access free medicines through the National TB Elimination Programme (NTEP).
Never stop TB medicines on your own, even if you feel better after a few weeks. Incomplete treatment is the main cause of drug-resistant TB.
Where and when to consult
832/2, House No.12, Sai Suchi Towers, Opposite Canara Bank,
Mehdipatnam, Hyderabad, Telangana 500006
Tuberculosis Treatment — frequently asked questions
Is TB curable?
Yes. Drug-sensitive TB is curable in most patients when the full course is taken regularly. Drug-resistant TB needs longer and more specialised treatment but can also be treated.
Is TB contagious?
Lung TB can spread through the air when an untreated patient coughs. After starting effective treatment, the risk falls quickly. Your doctor will advise on precautions at home.
Can TB come back after treatment?
It can, especially if treatment was incomplete or immunity is low. Any return of cough, fever or weight loss after treatment should be checked promptly.
How do I book a TB consultation?
Call or WhatsApp +91 81215 09229. Please bring all previous sputum reports, X-rays and treatment cards.
MBBS, MD (Pulmonary Medicine), MS Clin Inf (USA), Fellowship (USA). Director of City Chest Clinic, Mehdipatnam and Chief Consultant Pulmonologist & Sleep Specialist at KIMS Hospitals, Gachibowli.
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