i have got Xray done today and doctor says its tuberculosis.  In the X ray it also shows fluid in lungs.  I consulted two doctors.  One says i should get the fluid removed by a needle.  Other says I should avoid getting it removed by needle and treat by medication .  I am confused.
Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. You are having pleural effusion. Most common cause for pleural effusion is tuberculosis. Other causes are bacterial pneumonia, malignancy, heart and liver diseases. So better to first diagnose the cause of your effusion and then start appropriate treatment. And for this, we need fluid fir examination and so pleural fluid aspiration is needed. So get done fluid aspiration and reports of fluid. If it is tubercular then you need to take 6-8 months of anti-tubercular treatment. If it is due to pneumonia then 3-4 weeks treatment is sufficient. Don't worry, you will be alright. Get done fluid reports and start appropriate treatment. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.