Usually, latent TB results in normal chest x-ray and sputum test, but the skin and blood tests will indicate TB infection.
Unless what you have is multidrug-resistant or extensively drug-resistant TB, the doctor will most probably give you antibiotics to prevent the occurrence of tuberculosis disease.
Home Care for Latent Tuberculosis
After receiving instructions from your doctor, keep the following home care tips in mind:
Take your medicines as prescribed
The first tip is for you to take your medications as advised.
To reduce the risk of having TB disease in the future, you need to take several medicines, mostly antibiotics, for months. If you forget to take one dose, take it as soon as possible – as long as it’s on the same day. Should a day have passed, take the next scheduled dose, but don’t forget to inform your doctor or healthcare worker so they can make adjustments.
If side effects, like nausea and vomiting, make it hard for you to follow your treatment regimen, talk to your physician about taking the medicines with meals.
Avoid drinking alcohol
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