Urinary tuberculosis
Seriousहिंदी: मूत्र मार्ग का संकीर्णन · தமிழ்: சிறுநீர் பாதை குறுகல் · ಕನ್ನಡ: ಮೂತ್ರ ಮಾರ್ಗ ಕಿರಿದಾಗುವಿಕೆ · తెలుగు: మూత్ర మార్గం ఇరుకుట · বাংলা: মূত্রনালী সংকোচন · मराठी: मूत्रमार्ग अरुंद होणे · ગુજરાતી: મૂત્રમાર્ગ સંકોચન
About this condition
Tuberculosis of the urinary system is still seen in India, especially in areas with high TB prevalence. It causes persistent blood in urine, painful urination, and constitutional symptoms. Diagnosis requires urine tests and imaging, and treatment involves anti-TB medications for 6-9 months.
Common symptoms
blood in urinepainful urinationfrequent urinationfevernight sweatsweight loss
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When to see a doctor: within a week
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Urinary tuberculosis?
blood in urine, painful urination, frequent urination, fever, night sweats, weight loss.
When should I see a doctor?
within a week
Is Urinary tuberculosis common in India?
Urinary tuberculosis is commonly seen across India.
Important: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor. In an emergency, call 112.
Data sourced from NIH NLM and MOHFW India.
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