Diarrhea with indigestion, nausea is a sign of intestinal tuberculosis?

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Hello doctor,
I want to ask you about the signs of intestinal tuberculosis. A few days ago, I went out with a friend with tuberculosis, because I knew that he was sick, so I and another friend noticed that we should eat separate diets with the sick friend. After coming home from playing, I had diarrhea. Her stools are not as liquid as water now, but they are out of shape. I also have frequent belching, indigestion and nausea. I am not constipated, just have diarrhea. The doctor asked me if I have diarrhea with indigestion, nausea, is it a sign of intestinal tuberculosis? I thank you doctor.
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Hello,
To the question “Is diarrhea with indigestion, nausea a sign of intestinal tuberculosis? , the doctor would like to answer as follows:
gas, indigestion and nausea, loose stools have many causes, usually due to reflux esophagitis, gastritis, colitis,...
Intestinal tuberculosis has many different manifestations, from no symptoms to symptoms such as fever in the afternoon, disturbances in bowel habits, diarrhea,... The next day after having loose stools, there is very little chance of getting TB germs from that time together. Because, TB germs must also have an incubation period, develop, cause disease, often a long time. However, if you have digestive issues you should see a gastroenterologist for further evaluation.
If you still have questions about diarrhea with indigestion, nausea, you can go to the hospital of Vinmec Health System for further examination and advice. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wishing you lots of health.
Best regards!

Answered by Master, Doctor Mai Vien Phuong - Head of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Unit - Department of Medical Examination & Internal Medicine, Vinmec Central Park International General Hospital.