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Mom of a 6 yr 6 m old girl4 years ago

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My 2 yrs old daughter is found with mantoux test positive? what is the treatment and precautions?

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DR SHIWAJIRAO PATILGuardian of 2 children4 years ago

A. Hello, your baby girl is 2 years old and her TT is positive so you should consult with your paediatrician and according to her weight start anti tuberculosis treatment totally 11 months

Sarika guptaMom of 2 children4 years ago

A. Hello there ma'am Mantoux test is for purified protein derivative) is a tool for screening for tuberculosis (TB) and for tuberculosis diagnosis. and if it is positive then you should immediately consult with doctor in person and follow the prescription. take care

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