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History Of PTB. X-ray Shows PTB Mnimal, Fibronodular Densities. Need For Medicine?

i am 40 y/o, 65kg, 5 4 . treated PTB year 1999, then because of pre-employment requirements, I found out today that my recent apicolordotic view/xray says, PTB minimal. Apicolordotic view show fibronodular densities in the right upper lobe. i am so worried. will i take medicines again for 6 months treatment? What does PTB minimal means? please enlighten me.
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Hello
Thanks for writing to HCM

There is fibro nodular opacities in right upper lobe. It may be sequele of past TB infection.
I think radiologist is doubtful for your infection.X-ray findings shows very little sign of infection.
So, you need proper clinical examination and few more investigations.
PCR test will exclude your TB infection.
Positive clinical findings and positive PCR can confirm the disease.Treatment depends accordingly.
If there is recurrence of TB then you have to take full course for six months.
PTB Minimal indicates very little signs of infection.
CT Scan can be done if needed.
Get well soon.

Take Care
Dr.Indu Bhushan
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History Of PTB. X-ray Shows PTB Mnimal, Fibronodular Densities. Need For Medicine?

Hello Thanks for writing to HCM There is fibro nodular opacities in right upper lobe. It may be sequele of past TB infection. I think radiologist is doubtful for your infection.X-ray findings shows very little sign of infection. So, you need proper clinical examination and few more investigations. PCR test will exclude your TB infection. Positive clinical findings and positive PCR can confirm the disease.Treatment depends accordingly. If there is recurrence of TB then you have to take full course for six months. PTB Minimal indicates very little signs of infection. CT Scan can be done if needed. Get well soon. Take Care Dr.Indu Bhushan