I have been taking medicine for tuberculosis for nine months, why do I not stop taking it?

Pulmonary tuberculosis patients who have not stopped taking anti-tuberculosis drugs for 9 months may be caused by uncontrolled disease and non-standard treatment. It is recommended to go to the hospital for relevant examinations in time, and under the guidance of the doctor, targeted treatment will be carried out according to the specific situation.

1. Reasons

1. The condition is not controlled: if the patient's constitution is poor or there is drug resistance, the condition will not be effectively controlled, resulting in the above situation;

2. Non-standard treatment: If the anti-tuberculosis drugs are not used in sufficient and regular manner according to the doctor's instructions, it may cause drug resistance to bacteria in the body, which will affect the efficacy, and this phenomenon will also occur.

2. Treatment

For those with mild symptoms, the medication can be appropriately extended and the medication can be continued under the guidance of the doctor; For patients with severe symptoms, it is necessary to combine a variety of anti-tuberculosis drugs to achieve better results. It can also be treated by nebulized inhalation, such as isoniazid injection.

3. Precautions

Tuberculosis is contagious, so you should avoid sharing daily necessities with others during your illness to avoid cross-infection. At the same time, it is also necessary to pay attention to a healthy diet, and you can eat some nutrient-rich foods in moderation, such as eggs, milk, etc., which will help strengthen the body's resistance. In addition, regular check-ups should be taken to keep track of how well the disease is recovering.