Why does tuberculosis have white phlegm in the throat

White phlegm in the throat in people with tuberculosis may be associated with an exacerbation. It can also be caused by drug side effects, bacterial infections, etc.

1. Reasons

1. Aggravation of the disease: When the condition of tuberculosis patients gradually worsens, it will lead to irritation of the respiratory tract, which will cause the symptoms of coughing, and will also be accompanied by the phenomenon of coughing up white foamy sputum;

2. Drug side effects: If you take anti-tuberculosis drugs during treatment, such as rifampicin capsules, etc., it may cause certain irritation to the gastrointestinal tract, and then produce nausea, vomiting and other symptoms, and some people will show white phlegm in the throat;

3. Bacterial infection: If tuberculosis patients do not pay attention to personal hygiene, or the body's immunity is low, it is easy to develop secondary bacterial infection, which can make the throat mucosa congested and edematous, and the secretion will increase, so there will be white phlegm in the throat.

Second, the treatment method

It is recommended that tuberculosis patients go to the hospital for examination in time and change to other types of anti-tuberculosis drugs for treatment under the guidance of doctors to relieve uncomfortable symptoms. In addition, it is necessary to strengthen the intake of nutrients and eat more protein-rich foods, such as eggs and milk, which is conducive to enhancing physical fitness. It is also necessary to take protective measures in daily life and avoid going to crowded places to avoid infection.