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Is it a cause of concern if i had diarrhea lasting 1 week while on treatment for abdominal tb for 5 weeks? could there have been a misdiagnosis?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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Antibiotic diarrhea: This doesn't suggest misdiagnosis of TB, but it could be a side effect of TB treatment. Diarrhea while taking antibiotics sometimes is serious and should always be discussed with a doctor. Contact your doctor or the clinic treating you. Good luck!

Answered 8/22/2016

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A member asked:

Is it a cause of concern if i had diarrhea lasting 1 week while on treatment for abdominal tb for 5 weeks? could there have been a misdiagnosis?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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