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What Does A X-ray Report As Koch S Infection Indicate?

hi i just want to ask something i hope that you can help me. i just got my x-ray result today and the result says that PA view of the chest reveals patchy densities in the right apex. and the impression/conclusion: INFLAMMATORY PROCESS SUGGESTIVE OF KOCH S INFECTION, RIGHT APEX. What does it mean? Can you help me? I really need your advice.
Tue, 24 Jun 2014
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Dear friend,
Welcome to Health Care Magic

That means TUBERCULOSIS
You MUST consult a Chest or TB specialist
It is completely curable, but needs good compliance and prolonged treatment

Take care
Good luck
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What Does A X-ray Report As Koch S Infection Indicate?

Dear friend, Welcome to Health Care Magic That means TUBERCULOSIS You MUST consult a Chest or TB specialist It is completely curable, but needs good compliance and prolonged treatment Take care Good luck