Do I need to be accompanied by a family member when I am hospitalized for tuberculosis?

Whether a patient with tuberculosis needs to be accompanied by a family member should be judged according to the severity of the patient's condition. If the patient is in the early stages of the disease and the symptoms are mild, family members are not required. However, if the patient is in the middle or advanced stage of the disease and has significant symptoms of discomfort, a family member will need to accompany them.

1. No: Tuberculosis is a chronic infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection, which is somewhat contagious. If the patient is in the early stage of the disease, does not show obvious symptoms, and has relatively good immunity, he or she can be left without family members.However, it is recommended that patients pay attention to isolation measures and avoid sharing daily necessities with others to avoid cross-infection.

2. Need: If the patient has reached the middle and advanced stages of the disease, has symptoms such as cough, sputum production, fever, etc., and has relatively poor autoimmunity, he needs to be accompanied by family members. Because the patient's body is relatively weak at this time, it is easy to be affected by external factors and aggravate the condition. At the same time, during this period, it is also necessary for family members to strengthen the care of the patient, pay close attention to the changes in his body, and seek medical treatment in time if necessary.

In daily life, patients are advised to pay attention to rest, maintain adequate sleep time, and avoid staying up late. Try to eat light and easy-to-digest foods, such as millet porridge, pumpkin porridge, etc., and you can also eat fresh fruits and vegetables appropriately, which can supplement 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.