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Shall I plan for a baby while on TB treatment?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Recently I went to doctor as I was coughing up with blood. The doctor prescribed a few tests and x-ray. After that, I got to know that I am suffering from TB. Now, I am on Ethambutol, Pyrazinamide and R Cinex for at least six months. I just wanted to know whether can I still plan for a baby while on TB treatment as I am eagerly waiting to get pregnant. I was on Clomid, Duphaston, and Progynova as I was taking fertility treatment too. But, I recently stopped all fertility medicine when I got to know about TB. I felt that it is worth now thinking of the baby. Please help as we are completely confused and so many things in mind making us feel more scary.
Answered by Dr. Sathawane Aparna Mulchand

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Dr. Sathawane Aparna Mulchand is a skilled Obstetrician and Gynecologist with expertise in women’s health, pregnancy care, and infertility management. As a certified Childbirth Educator, she guides expectant mothers through safe and informed birthing experiences. Her areas of specialization include prenatal care, reproductive health, and gynecological wellness, with a strong focus on compassionate, patient-centered treatment for women at every stage of life.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I can understand your situation

  • First, you need to know that untreated tuberculosis can cause maternal as well as fetal complications.
  • I would like to advise you to take drugs at least for six months and then try for pregnancy.
  • The drugs you are taking such as Isoniazid, Rifampicin, Ethambutol and Pyrazinamide are relatively safe during pregnancy.

For further information consult an infertility specialist online.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

It has been five months that I have been on my TB medicines. I went for my HSG test which said that blockage in both tubes. Please refer to the attached report. Would it be possible to have a blockage as I already conceived twice last year but had a miscarriage. Can I be able to conceive normally after laparoscopy and hysteroscopy or only IVF is a solution or no solution at all?

Please help.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Sathawane Aparna Mulchand

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sathawane Aparna Mulchand is a skilled Obstetrician and Gynecologist with expertise in women’s health, pregnancy care, and infertility management. As a certified Childbirth Educator, she guides expectant mothers through safe and informed birthing experiences. Her areas of specialization include prenatal care, reproductive health, and gynecological wellness, with a strong focus on compassionate, patient-centered treatment for women at every stage of life.

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Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Yes, blockage may have occurred afterwards. Blockage can be removed with cannulation during laparoscopy. Then you can conceive. IVF (in vitro fertilization) will be the last option after all the treatment fails.

I hope I have answered your question.

Let me know if I can assist you further.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At April 5, 2017
Reviewed At April 16, 2025

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Dr. Sathawane Aparna Mulchand is a skilled Obstetrician and Gynecologist with expertise in women’s health, pregnancy care, and infertility management. As a certified Childbirth Educator, she guides expectant mothers through safe and informed birthing experiences. Her areas of specialization include prenatal care, reproductive health, and gynecological wellness, with a strong focus on compassionate, patient-centered treatment for women at every stage of life.

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MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sathawane Aparna Mulchand is a skilled Obstetrician and Gynecologist with expertise in women’s health, pregnancy care, and infertility management. As a certified Childbirth Educator, she guides expectant mothers through safe and informed birthing experiences. Her areas of specialization include prenatal care, reproductive health, and gynecological wellness, with a strong focus on compassionate, patient-centered treatment for women at every stage of life.

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