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[|Human|] Hello. last Nov. 2011 i was diagnosed to have PTB. i underwent sputum tests but the results were negative. The doctor told me to have may xray after six mos. I still have my back pain and difficulty in breathing. should i take medications now? thank you so much.
[|AI|]  Hi. I can understand your concern. Get a chest x-ray done if it is normal, no need to worry about lung infection. Possibility of bronchitis is more in your case. So better to consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test). PFT is needed for the diagnosis of bronchitis. It will also tell you about severity of the disease and treatment of bronchitis is based on severity only. You may need inhaled bronchodilators and inhaled corticosteroid (ICS)Don't worry, you will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. Wish you good health. Thanks.