Intestinal Tuberculosis
Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Comprehensive Treatment
Advanced Digestive & Abdominal Care in Thane – By Dr. Ankur Bhanushali
What Is Intestinal Tuberculosis?
Intestinal tuberculosis (TB) is a form of extrapulmonary tuberculosis that affects the intestines, most commonly the ileocecal region.
It can closely mimic other gastrointestinal disorders and requires early diagnosis and prolonged treatment.
Common Causes of Intestinal Tuberculosis
✔ Swallowing infected sputum from pulmonary TB
✔ Spread through bloodstream
✔ Consumption of contaminated food or milk
✔ Weak immune system
✔ Close contact with TB patients
Symptoms of Intestinal Tuberculosis
✔ Chronic abdominal pain
✔ Weight loss
✔ Loss of appetite
✔ Low-grade fever
✔ Altered bowel habits
✔ Abdominal mass
✔ Intestinal obstruction
Warning Signs 🚨
🚨 Persistent abdominal pain
🚨 Unexplained weight loss
🚨 Recurrent bowel obstruction
🚨 Fever not responding to treatment
How Is Intestinal Tuberculosis Diagnosed?
✔ Blood tests and ESR
✔ CT scan abdomen
✔ Colonoscopy with biopsy
✔ PCR-based TB tests
✔ Chest X-ray
Treatment of Intestinal Tuberculosis
Medical Management
✔ Anti-tubercular therapy (ATT) for 6–12 months
✔ Nutritional support
✔ Treatment of anemia
When Is Surgery Required?
✔ Intestinal obstruction
✔ Bowel perforation
✔ Non-responsive strictures
✔ Diagnostic uncertainty
Surgical Treatment Options
✔ Resection of affected bowel
✔ Strictureplasty
✔ Laparoscopic bowel surgery
Recovery & Follow-Up
✔ Completion of ATT course
✔ Regular monitoring
✔ Nutritional rehabilitation
✔ Follow-up imaging
Possible Complications If Untreated
✔ Intestinal obstruction
✔ Bowel perforation
✔ Fistula formation
✔ Severe malnutrition
How Can Intestinal TB Be Prevented?
✔ Early diagnosis of TB
✔ Complete ATT compliance
✔ Good nutrition
✔ Public health screening
Why Choose Dr. Ankur Bhanushali?
✔ Expertise in complex intestinal diseases
✔ Accurate diagnosis and surgical judgment
✔ Advanced laparoscopic techniques
✔ Multidisciplinary care approach
Aayush Multispeciality Hospital – Full Address
📍 1st Floor, Marigold Apartment
Almeda Road, Panch Pakhdi,
Thane West – 400602,
Maharashtra, India
📞 +91 86910 33033
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📍 Shop No. 4, Laxmi Krupa Building
Edulji Road, Charai,
Thane West – 400602,
Maharashtra, India
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