Patient's question:
My father has tuberculosis and hepatitis B minor positive. The doctor said that treating the lung disease might harm the liver. But is there a way to achieve both goals?Doctor's answer:
Tuberculosis is primarily treated with chemical drugs, commonly used medications include isoniazid, rifampicin, streptomycin, pyrazinamide, ethambutol, and thioacetazone. The general treatment duration does not exceed one year. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) methods can also be considered for combined treatment. The anti-tuberculosis effect of bletilla striata is certain. If a patient is affected by liver disease, we should actively implement thorough examinations and treatment, avoiding hesitation to seek medical attention. If liver disease persists despite treatment, it is important to promptly adjust the treatment plan.