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Will smoking lead to relapse of TB?
Question
I have been suffering from TB since 5 years. My doctor gave me the necessary course for 6 to 9 months. Thereafter, I was completely cured. Will this disease come back if I do not quit smoking? There are scar marks in the X-Ray. Can these scar marks be completely got rid off, with no trace or sign of the same in the X-rays?
Expert Answer
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Dr Pradeep SethDec 14, 2006
Professor of Virology and Head, Department of Microbiology,
and In-charge HIV/AIDS Reference Centre (NACO),
A.I.I.M.S., New Delhi
and In-charge HIV/AIDS Reference Centre (NACO),
A.I.I.M.S., New Delhi
Smoking as it is injurious. Smokers are at high risk for developing lung cancer. They are also at high risk for developing coronary artery disease, cerebro-vascular accidents etc. Plus smokers are very prone to get repeated attacks of lung infections, chronic bronchitis, emphysema etc. After a complete treatment the chances of recurrence do remain as much as in any other persons. But if you lead a normal healthy life, you will remain healthy. Regarding scars in your lung, well they will remain. A proper investigation at time of seeking jobs abroad will rule out fresh infection.
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