TB or just a cough? Know when to seek medical attention
A cough that lingers for over two weeks, especially with symptoms like bloody sputum, low-grade fever, night sweats, or weight loss, may point to tuberculosis (TB). Diagnosis involves sputum smear microscopy for AFB, a Mantoux test, IGRA blood tests, and a chest X-ray or CT scan to detect lung abnormalities and confirm TB infection for timely treatment.