What to do if you have been exposed to someone with tuberculosis

If you have only been in contact with a tuberculosis patient and do not have any symptoms, you generally do not need special treatment. However, if you have symptoms such as cough and sputum, you need to isolate in time and take medication as prescribed by your doctor.

1. No obvious symptoms

Because tuberculosis is contagious, when you come into contact with tuberculosis patients, if you do not have obvious uncomfortable symptoms, you can observe for a period of time, and at the same time, you should also pay attention to personal protective measures and avoid going to crowded places, so as not to cause cross-infection.

2. There are obvious symptoms

1. Isolation: In daily life, try to avoid sharing daily necessities with others, and also avoid close contact to avoid the spread of diseases.

2. Taking medications: If you have symptoms of cough and phlegm, you can take cough and phlegm drugs for treatment under the guidance of a doctor, such as compound licorice tablets, ambroxol hydrochloride oral solution, etc. If necessary, you can also take anti-tuberculosis drugs for treatment according to the doctor's instructions, such as rifampicin capsules, pyrazinamide tablets, etc.

It is recommended to do a good job of protection at ordinary times, wear a mask when going out, and avoid going to densely populated places. In terms of diet, we should pay attention to a reasonable diet, eat foods rich in high-quality protein and fresh fruits and vegetables, which can supplement the nutrients needed by the body and is conducive to good health.