My Mantoux test shows a 25 mm induration after 72 hours and my serum ADA level is 17.3. What illness do these results indicate, and what medicines or treatment should I take for it?
Your strongly positive Mantoux test (25 mm) suggests exposure to Mycobacterium tuberculosis (TB), indicating either latent or active infection. Your serum ADA level of 17.3 is generally within the normal range, which is reassuring but does not completely rule out TB. To confirm if the infection is active, a doctor will likely suggest a chest X-ray or sputum test. TB is highly treatable and fully curable. If active TB is confirmed, treatment involves a standard regimen of generic antibiotics (Anti-Tubercular Therapy) such as isoniazid, rifampicin, pyrazinamide, and ethambutol. Please consult a physician promptly for a proper diagnosis; do not start any medication on your own.
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My Mantoux test shows a 25 mm induration after 72 hours and my serum ADA level is 17.3. What illness do these results indicate, and what medicines or treatment should I take for it?
