Tuberculosis Screening

Pulmonary Tuberculosis

Tuberculosis (TB) spreads through the respiratory system via talking, coughing, and sneezing without covering the mouth. The bacteria become airborne and can be inhaled by others, leading to infection and potential illness. However, not everyone who inhales the bacteria will develop TB, as the body has various mechanisms to fight and prevent the disease. Only about 10% of those infected with TB bacteria will become ill.

Key Symptoms

• Persistent cough for more than 2 weeks
• Dry cough, productive cough with phlegm, or phlegm mixed with blood
• Chest pain and shortness of breath
• Low-grade fever in the afternoon or evening
• Loss of appetite, weight loss, fatigue
• Night sweats

Risk Factors for Pulmonary Tuberculosis

• Living with untreated TB patients, such as sharing a home or working together
• HIV infection
• Chronic illnesses like diabetes, liver disease, or kidney disease
• Long-term use of immunosuppressive drugs, such as steroids
• Living or working in environments with poor air circulation or continuous air conditioning
• Smoking, alcohol consumption, and drug use
• Working in healthcare, particularly with TB patients

Health Check-Up List

1. Physical Examination (ตรวจร่างกายทั่วไปโดยแพทย์)
2. Chest X-Ray (เอกซเรย์ทรวงอก)
3. Vital Signs: Blood Pressure, Pulse Rate, Weight, Height, Body Mass Index (ตรวจวัดความดันโลหิต ชีพจร ชั่งน้ำหนัก ส่วนสูง ดัชนีมวลกาย)
4. Health Check-Up Report (รายงานผลการตรวจสุขภาพ)

Additional Service Details

• No need to fast before the examination.
• Results are available within 1-2 hours.
• Receive results in person or via email (no charge).
• Postal delivery of documents is available for a fee of 100 Baht.
• Medical certificates are available for an additional fee of 150 Baht.
• Payment receipt can be collected after the check-up.