Early symptoms of tuberculosis
Disease description:
My classmate has been coughing frequently lately and often feels discomfort in her chest. I wonder if she might have tuberculosis. What are the early symptoms of tuberculosis?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Li Jingli
The early symptoms of tuberculosis mainly include the following:
1. Persistent cough: Tuberculosis patients often experience coughing that lasts for weeks, months, or even years, and is difficult to relieve.
2. Sputum production: Patients typically produce small amounts of mucus. If accompanied by a lung infection, they may produce large amounts of gelatinous sputum, and blood in the sputum may also occur.
3. Fever: Characterized primarily by low-grade fever in the afternoon, with body temperature commonly between 37°C and 38°C, which may gradually rise to high fever.
4. Night sweats: Patients may experience excessive sweating at night, waking up drenched.
5. Other symptoms: Such as fatigue, weakness, loss of appetite, weight loss, and chest pain. These symptoms may worsen as the disease progresses.
If tuberculosis is suspected, it is recommended to seek medical attention for diagnosis and treatment immediately.
