Patient's question:
My father may have tuberculous meningitis recently, but it hasn't been diagnosed yet. I want to know what is the most reliable basis for consulting and diagnosing tuberculous meningitis?Doctor's answer:
If you want to diagnose tuberculous meningitis, you can first perform a lumbar puncture and then extract cerebrospinal fluid for testing to determine if you have meningitis. If the meningitis is tuberculous, you must receive antitubercular treatment. The course of treatment is very long, approximately one year or more to completely alleviate the condition. During this period, you must pay attention not to catch a cold or get exposed to wind, and it is essential to boost your immunity.