Tuberculosis
Dr. Karn Mehra provides specialized care for patients diagnosed with tuberculosis (TB), a serious infectious disease primarily affecting the lungs but potentially affecting other parts of the body as well. His approach to TB management is comprehensive, involving accurate diagnosis, treatment, and supportive care tailored to each patient’s needs. Here’s an overview of the services provided by Dr. Mehra for tuberculosis:
Accurate Diagnosis: Utilizing advanced diagnostic tools such as skin tests, blood tests, chest X-rays, and sputum tests to detect the presence of TB bacteria and determine the infection’s type and extent.
Personalized Treatment Plans: Developing individualized treatment plans that typically include a combination of antibiotics prescribed for an extended period (usually 6 to 9 months) to ensure the complete eradication of the bacteria.
Medication Management: Monitoring and managing the medications used in TB treatment to address potential side effects and interactions, ensuring patient adherence to the regimen, which is crucial for successful treatment.
Directly Observed Therapy (DOT): Implementing DOT programs where healthcare providers directly observe the patient taking their TB medications to improve treatment outcomes and prevent the development of drug-resistant TB.
Management of Drug-resistant TB: Offering specialized treatment plans for drug-resistant strains of TB, which may require the use of second-line drugs under strict supervision.
Supportive Care: Providing nutritional support, mental health services, and other supportive care to address the holistic needs of TB patients, helping them cope with the disease and its treatment.
Contact Tracing and Screening: Conducting contact tracing to identify and screen individuals who may have been exposed to TB, thereby preventing further spread of the disease.
Educational Programs: Educating patients and their families about TB, its transmission, and prevention strategies to increase awareness and reduce stigma associated with the disease.
Regular Monitoring and Follow-Up: Scheduling regular follow-up visits to monitor the patient’s response to treatment, adjust medications as necessary, and check for any signs of recurrence or complications.
Dr. Mehra’s treatment approach to tuberculosis is focused on curing the infection, preventing transmission, and minimizing complications through a rigorous and empathetic approach to care
