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I got a positive skin test, what should I do docs?

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  1. CountyClerk

    CountyClerk Member

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    So I went and got a skin test done a few days ago and the result came back positive. They said i have Latent tuberculosis and now I have to take Isoniazid and vitamin b6 every day for 6 months. the pharmacist told me this is pretty common among oriental people. Is this a serious concern? can i spread it to other people? my gf is freaking out and going to get tested soon.
     
    #1 CountyClerk, Aug 12, 2009
  2. DonkeyMagic

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    1) shouldn't you ask your doctor these things?
    2) i don't think latent can be spread. I wouldnt be concerned.
     
    #2 DonkeyMagic, Aug 12, 2009
  3. RedRowdy111

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    Yes its highly contagious. Matter of fact, you just spread it to the whole board. Thanks.
     
    #3 RedRowdy111, Aug 12, 2009
  4. R0ckets03

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    Shouldn't you speak with a dermatologist instead of asking for advice on a basketball board? Even a pharmacist is not exactly a voice of authority.
     
    #4 R0ckets03, Aug 12, 2009
  5. RedRowdy111

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    I think Doc Rocket holds all the answers. They only advice I have is wear a condom at all times.
     
    #5 RedRowdy111, Aug 12, 2009
  6. CountyClerk

    CountyClerk Member

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    Believe it or not but there are many intelligent people on this board (outside of the GARM).
     
    #6 CountyClerk, Aug 12, 2009
  7. justtxyank

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    Too late for you. See a local veterinarian about being put down.

    Sorry.
     
    #7 justtxyank, Aug 12, 2009
  8. CountyClerk

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    I will sell my clutchfans account for a cure.
     
    #8 CountyClerk, Aug 12, 2009
  9. justtxyank

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    Entrepreneurial!

    Your soon to be demise will be mourned.
     
    #9 justtxyank, Aug 12, 2009
  10. Tb-Cain

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    yeah, but his diagnosis is hard to decypher.
     
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  11. tinman

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    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Latent_tuberculosis

    Also called latent tuberculosis infection, latent TB or LTBI.

    Latent tuberculosis is where a patient is infected with Mycobacterium tuberculosis, but does not have active tuberculosis disease. Patients with latent tuberculosis are not infectious, and it is not possible to get TB from someone with latent tuberculosis. The main risk is that approximately 10% of these patients will go on to develop active tuberculosis at a later stage of their life.[1][2] The identification and treatment of people with latent TB is an important part of controlling this disease.
     
    #11 tinman, Aug 12, 2009
  12. ima_drummer2k

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    My advice to you...is to start drinking heavily.
     
    #12 ima_drummer2k, Aug 12, 2009
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  13. BrownBeast99

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    By the way, are there any real doctors on this board?
     
    #13 BrownBeast99, Aug 12, 2009
  14. justtxyank

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    I just drank a Dr. Pepper.
     
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  15. Tb-Cain

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    No, but I just stayed at a Holiday Inn.
     
    #15 Tb-Cain, Aug 12, 2009
  16. Shaud

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    I am Dr. Huxtable.
     
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  17. KeepKenny

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    It happens. The worst thing about it is that you'll probably get nauseous if you drink alcohol while on the INH.
     
    #17 KeepKenny, Aug 12, 2009
  18. CountyClerk

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    ok thanks man.

    also, my doctor want me to go get a blood test every 2 months while im on Isoniazid and vitamin b6. what the hell? what is the reason behind this?
     
    #18 CountyClerk, Aug 12, 2009
  19. KingCheetah

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    The proper term is Asian not Oriental.
     
    #19 KingCheetah, Aug 12, 2009
  20. bobrek

    bobrek Politics belong in the D & D

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    What did your doctor say when you asked him these questions? He would be the one who knows why he is asking you to do this.
     
    #20 bobrek, Aug 12, 2009
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