Can I work during tuberculosis treatment

Whether a tuberculosis patient can go to work or work during the treatment period needs to be judged comprehensively according to the severity of the disease and the physical condition of the individual. If the patient's condition is mild and the patient's physical fitness is relatively good, he can generally work.

1. Can work: Pulmonary tuberculosis is a chronic infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection, which is contagious. If the patient's condition is relatively mild and his own immunity is relatively good, he may have symptoms such as cough and sputum after the disease, at this time, he can take rifampicin capsules, isoniazid tablets and other drugs for anti-tuberculosis treatment under the guidance of a doctor, and at the same time, he can also exercise appropriately to enhance his own resistance and help promote the recovery of the disease.In this case, the patient is usually able to go to work or work.

2. Do not work: However, if the patient's condition is more serious, there are obvious uncomfortable symptoms, such as low-grade fever, night sweats, fatigue, etc., and it is also accompanied by severe dyspnea, it is not recommended to go to work or work. Because there will be more contact with people at work or work, it is easy to lead to the spread of diseases, which is not conducive to physical health. It is recommended that patients go to a regular hospital for treatment in time and actively cooperate with doctors for standardized treatment.

In addition, patients are advised to pay attention to rest in their daily lives and avoid overexertion so as not to aggravate the condition. In terms of diet, pay attention to maintaining a balanced nutrition, and you can eat more protein-rich foods, such as eggs, milk, etc., which is conducive to supplementing the nutrients needed by the body. If there is obvious discomfort during the period, it is necessary to seek medical attention in time to avoid delaying the condition.