Condition
Respiratory & Tuberculosis Care
Cough, breathlessness and supervised TB treatment.
A cough that lasts beyond two to three weeks deserves attention, particularly where tuberculosis is common. Early diagnosis protects both the patient and the household.
What patients often report
- Cough lasting more than three weeks
- Evening fever, night sweats or weight loss
- Blood in sputum
- Progressive breathlessness
How it is assessed
- Chest examination and sputum testing
- Chest X-ray where indicated
- Screening of close household contacts
- Assessment of treatment adherence
How care is usually structured
- Complete, supervised anti-tubercular therapy
- Managing side-effects so treatment is not stopped
- Nutritional support and household screening
- Coordination with the national TB programme
When to seek urgent care
- Coughing up large amounts of blood
- Severe breathlessness at rest
- High fever with a very low oxygen level
If any of these apply, go to the nearest hospital or call emergency services — do not wait for a routine appointment.
Next step
Book a consultation about respiratory & tuberculosis care
Bring any previous reports and prescriptions. You will leave with a clear plan.