Patient's question:
I have a relative who is already 78 years old this year. I heard that he went to the hospital for treatment of encephalitis. It seems quite serious, and he cannot survive on his own. In a few days, I will go to the hospital to take care of him. I want to ask the doctor if there are any side effects for encephalitis patients taking medication.Doctor's answer:
According to your description, the main consideration is that it is caused by the transmission of Mycobacterium tuberculosis. This is a common respiratory infectious disease, and patients often have pulmonary tuberculosis. It is mainly spread through respiratory droplets. Treatment mainly involves the appropriate and full course of combined use of sensitive anti-tuberculosis drugs. Generally, a quadruple therapy is used. The treatment course lasts for 6-12 months, and medication should not be stopped arbitrarily. It is recommended to eat less spicy and irritating foods, eat more fruits and vegetables, and maintain a light diet.