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Could Tuberculosis Be Contagious To Children After Treatment?
i have 2 sons aged 10 and 13.elder one suffers from allergic asthama .we had a maid who was diagnosed of tuberculosis 2 months back.she was given anti tubercular treatment.she was ggetting fever on and off during the treatment.Now she is better and my family feels she is risk free and can be reemployed.i am worried for my children. pls advice
Mon, 6 Oct 2014
Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.
A person responding to anti tubercular treatment is considered noninfectious after two weeks of treatment . If she is better now and symptom free , she can be employed , but ensure that she completes full course of anti tubercular therapy . Always maintain cough hygiene.
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A person responding to anti tubercular treatment is considered noninfectious after two weeks of treatment . If she is better now and symptom free , she can be employed , but ensure that she completes full course of anti tubercular therapy . Always maintain cough hygiene.
Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us.
Take care.
• DISCLAIMER: - All the information provided here is for information purpose only , it is not a substitute for the advice of a physician after physical examination , it is not intended to replace your relationship with your doctor. This information in no way establishes a doctor-patient relationship. Before acting anything based on this information do consult your doctor. I recommend that online users seek the advice of a physician who can perform an in-person physical examination
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