Why can't tuberculosis patients lie flat

People with tuberculosis can lie flat, but it is not recommended to remain in a flat position for long periods of time. Because tuberculosis is a chronic wasting disease, the patient's constitution is relatively weak during the illness, and if the patient is maintained in one position for a long time, the condition may worsen.

1. Reasons

1. Avoid suffocation: Pulmonary tuberculosis is a respiratory infectious disease caused by infection with the Divergent bacillus tuberculosis, which is contagious. In the early stage of the disease, patients will have symptoms such as cough and sputum, and as the disease progresses, it will be accompanied by low-grade fever and night sweats.Lying flat will cause compression of the airway, resulting in difficulty breathing, so it is not recommended to lie down;

2. Prevention of hemoptysis: If tuberculosis patients have symptoms of hemoptysis, they need to rest by lying on their sides to avoid the phenomenon of coughing caused by blood backflow into the mouth.

2. Treatment

Pulmonary tuberculosis is a chronic wasting disease, and patients can take drugs such as isoniazid tablets and rifampicin capsules for anti-tuberculosis treatment under the guidance of doctors. At the same time, you also need to pay attention to a healthy diet, eat more high-protein foods and fresh fruits and vegetables, such as eggs, milk, apples, spinach, etc., which can supplement the nutrients needed by the body and is conducive to good health.

In addition, it is recommended that tuberculosis patients should pay attention to rest, do not overwork, do not stay up late, and go to the hospital regularly for reexamination, follow the doctor's instructions to take medication on time and in accordance with the amount, and prohibit stopping or reducing medication without permission.