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Normal chest x-ray & abdominal/pelivic ct scan, but positive tb skin test? i have low grade fevers, extreme fatigue & swollen lymph nodes. tb?
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Treatment and tests: A positive TB test means there has been exposure to TB and infection. A ct scan of chest, sputum cultures for acid fast bacilli, culture/biopsy of lymph nodes. In any case, treatment for a positive TB skin test is needed with antibiotics and when there is evidence of systemic infection such as in lymph nodes/lungs http://www.Cdc.Gov/tb/publications/guidelines/.
Answered 8/8/2017
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It seems like it: You should seek a consultation with a infection(id) specialist to help you decide about treating your TB infection.
Answered 1/30/2018
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Add test: I would also add a screening CBC, differential and platelets and diagnostic cultures. If there is a swollen lymph node or nodes, your physician may recommend a biopsy as well. If you do have a positive TB skin test, treatment and follow up is advised.
Answered 9/12/2015
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Unlikely TB: It is unusual to have TB with a normal chest x-ray. You need to see your doctor get a work-up ASAP.
Answered 1/30/2018
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