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I had undergone for mantoux test recently. I got the reading of 25 mm induration. Am also having dry cough rarely. But am not having other symptoms of tb. So please guide me how to overcome this problem.
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Just observe. Mantoux being positive is common among indians. It is not very reliable and not to be used for diagnosis without other supportive evidence. If you do not have any other symptoms, then leave it alone.
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