...effusions Tuberculous pericarditis, or the inflammation of the pericardium caused by the bacteria that causes tuberculosis. In this case, the creation of a pericardial window is important to prevent future...
...and thickening of the pericardium, likely caused by viral infections like tuberculosis, surgical complications, or even cancer. Normal heart functions are compromised and the patient experiences chest pains, difficulty in...
...Xu, L.-H.; Nie, L.-M.; Zhao, Z.-S. (2008-08-01). “Endoscopic ultrasonography in esophageal tuberculosis”. Endoscopy. 40 (8): 701–702. doi:10.1055/s-2008-1077479. ISSN 1438-8812. PMID 18680081. Yusuf TE, Harewood GC, Clain JE, Levy MJ (January...
...diseases are infectious and communicable. An example is tuberculosis, which still affects more than 9,000 people in the United States alone. People who have a strong immune system are more...
...or outpatient basis. Being an outpatient, however, does not mean that treatments are already completed. For example, TB (tuberculosis) patients may continue taking their antibiotics even after they were discharged....
...aureus or Staphylococcus epidermidis Pneumococcus, also known as Streptococcus pneumoniae Meningococcus, also known as Neisseria meningitidis Mycobacterium tuberculosis, although this is rare Other bacteria which can cause meningitis include:[1] Escherichia...
...the levels of calcium in the blood. If testing indicates low levels, this can indicate cancer, hyperparathyroidism, tuberculosis, and other conditions, while high levels can indicate conditions including malnutrition, rickets,...
...zoster, cytomegalovirus, gonorrhea, tuberculosis and Lyme disease. Injury If the eye suffers an injury, this can also lead to uveitis. Diagnosing uveitis The first stage of diagnosing uveitis will normally...
...as soon as possible. Meanwhile, patients who have the following conditions are automatically not included in the waiting list: Osteomyelitis and tuberculosis Heart or lung diseases History of cancer Active...
...also used to treat tuberculosis. Following surgery, the patient remains in intensive care, attached to a ventilator to assist in breathing. After several weeks, the patient can be advised to...
