Pancreatic tuberculosis is an infectious disease that is caused by microbacteria. Microbacteria enter the organ as blood moves through the vessels. This disease is secondary and is a consequence of another ailment. Tuberculosis of the pancreas is infrequent. With such an ailment, the body eventually ceases to perform its functions, losing vitality.
Tuberculosis in the first stages can be asymptomatic. As a rule, the symptoms of the disease are masked by tuberculosis of the upper respiratory tract. The clinical picture of the disease consists of such symptoms as abdominal pain syndrome, exocrine and endocrine insufficiency, infectious syndromes( fever, sweating, weakness).Development of tuberculosis of the pancreas is promoted by the following factors: malnutrition, insufficient level of medical care in the treatment of primary disease, the presence of HIV infections, the use of drugs that reduce the activity of the immune system, excessive physical activity, etc.
Diagnosis of the pancreas begins with an analysis of incoming complaints. Typically, such complaints include abdominal pain, vomiting, weight loss and appetite, fever attacks. The doctor carefully examines the patient's medical history. He asks about the ailments suffered in childhood and adolescence, specifies information about the presence of chronic diseases, lifestyle, etc. The patient is examined: the condition of the skin and mucous membrane is evaluated, and the abdominal palpation is performed.
Laboratory tests of pancreatic tuberculosis include conducting a general analysis of blood, urine, and feces. Also carried out and ultrasound examination of the abdominal cavity. During ultrasound, information is taken about the size of the pancreas and liver, the presence of stones, cysts, etc. In addition to ultrasound, the mucous membrane of the esophagus is examined, MRI is performed, chest X-ray.
Treatment of tuberculosis should begin immediately, as there is a threat to life of the patient. Conservative treatment involves compliance with diet, the use of digestive enzymes, antibacterial drugs. Treatment is carried out in specialized dispensaries. Do not self-medicate, since the risk of getting rid of the disease in this case is small.