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**Tuberculosis Treatment by Dr. Prerna Bedi Lakhotia - Infectious Disease Specialist** Dr. Prerna Bedi Lakhotia, an expert Infectious Disease Specialist, provides comprehensive care for individuals diagnosed with **Tuberculosis (TB)**. With years of specialized experience in managing TB, Dr. Lakhotia offers personalized treatment plans that effectively address both **active** and **latent** TB, including cases involving **drug-resistant strains**. Her approach focuses on timely diagnosis, customized treatment regimens, and ongoing patient support to ensure full recovery and minimize the risk of transmission. **Services Offered:** 1. **Accurate TB Diagnosis**: Dr. Lakhotia uses the latest diagnostic tools, including **sputum tests**, **chest X-rays**, and **molecular TB tests**, to identify and confirm TB infections. Early and precise diagnosis allows for the development of an effective treatment plan tailored to each patient’s condition. 2. **Personalized Treatment Plans**: Treatment for TB typically involves a combination of antibiotics taken over a period of several months. Dr. Lakhotia creates individualized treatment regimens to address the patient’s specific type of TB, including **drug-sensitive** and **drug-resistant** forms. This ensures optimal efficacy and minimal side effects. 3. **Drug-Resistant TB Management**: For patients with **multi-drug resistant (MDR)** or **extensively drug-resistant (XDR)** TB, Dr. Lakhotia offers specialized care. She monitors treatment closely, adjusts medications as needed, and ensures adherence to second-line antibiotics, focusing on eradicating the infection while preventing further resistance. 4. **Comprehensive Monitoring and Follow-Up**: Ongoing monitoring is crucial for the success of TB treatment. Dr. Lakhotia conducts regular follow-up visits, performing tests such as **sputum cultures** and **drug susceptibility testing** to track progress and ensure the treatment is working effectively. 5. **Prevention and Education**: Dr. Lakhotia provides guidance on how to prevent the spread of TB, including advising on hygiene practices and isolation measures. She also educates patients and their families on TB transmission, the importance of medication adherence, and strategies for preventing relapse. 6. **Management of Co-existing Health Conditions**: TB often coexists with other conditions like **HIV**, **diabetes**, and **chronic lung diseases**. Dr. Lakhotia takes a holistic approach by managing these conditions in tandem with TB treatment, ensuring that all aspects of the patient's health are addressed. 7. **Emotional and Mental Health Support**: Understanding the emotional toll TB can have, Dr. Lakhotia provides counseling and support to help patients cope with the psychological challenges of treatment and recovery. She also addresses the social stigma surrounding TB and assists patients in navigating it. 8. **Long-Term Care and Prevention of Relapse**: After completing TB treatment, Dr. Lakhotia ensures that patients continue to receive the necessary monitoring and preventive care to reduce the risk of relapse. She provides guidance on lifestyle changes and offers regular check-ups to maintain long-term health. Dr. Prerna Bedi Lakhotia combines her clinical expertise with compassionate care to offer the highest standard of treatment for tuberculosis. Her goal is to not only treat the infection effectively but also to support patients through their recovery journey, ensuring the best possible outcomes and improving their quality of life.

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