Myths and misconceptions of TB

Ignorance of TB diagnosis

• Can give option of re-diagnosis at a private or other government facility to clarify patient’s doubt.
• Explore reasons for avoidance/ denial of TB report; it might be fear of Stigma-discrimination, no symptoms, lack of TB information, lack of family support, economic issue etc.
• Provide necessary options to come out of these issues.

Quack doctors For superstitious patients):

• Try to contact quack Doctors and provide correct information of TB to them and asked him/ her to convince the patient for treatment. They may continue with their own rituals along with asking the patient to take medicine if the patient believes strongly in this.