Spinal Tuberculosis
Spinal tuberculosis (Pott's disease) Treatment Service In Jaipur
Pott’s disease refers to tuberculosis affecting the spine. Hence, experts also call it spinal tuberculosis. Tuberculosis affects a person when they inhale bacteria (mycobacterium tuberculosis) that triggers the disease. When the infected person fails to get treatment, it can lead to tuberculosis spreading to the spine from the lungs. After it affects the spine, the patient can experience spinal arthritis. When Mycobacterium tuberculosis invades the patient spinal column, it also tends to infect the two spinal joints in the neighbourhood. It leads to the blocking of nutrients supply to the back region. Due to a lack of nutrients, the spinal discs deteriorate. It makes the affected person face an increased risk of the following problem:
- Difficulty to stand
- Serious back injury
- Trouble walking
- Nerve damage
- Paralysis
- Back pain
- Medication (anti tuberculosis treatment – att)
Treatment To Manage Spinal Tuberculosis
The treatment to manage spinal tuberculosis depends on the severity of the condition. Our skilled doctor(Dr. S.S Ratnawat) can diagnose the problem with precision. The treatment administered can include:
Medications
If the condition has not become severe, the doctor can recommend medications. You must take the medicines as specified by the doctor. Our doctor will evaluate the health condition and suggest guidelines depending on the patient’s health.
Surgery
In severe cases, the patient suffering from Pott’s disease needs to undergo invasive surgery. It can only help manage the condition as the bacteria affects the spine leading to deformity. The doctor may suggest spinal decompression or spinal fusion surgery to correct the structural deformity. Surgery can also prevent any other neurological complications.
Pott’s disease has no rigid guidelines indicating the treatments. Only a qualified doctor can suggest the best treatment based on the patient’s health condition. It will ensure positive outcomes and better quality of life.
If you or your loved ones suffer from the problem, see our well-qualified medical expert in Jaipur. Reputed spinal tuberculosis (Pott’s disease) treatment service in Jaipur can offer comprehensive medical services to meet the requirements of the patients. A treatment center passionate about serving patients can provide medical care to enhance the quality of life.
