Examination of the Glycemic Profile of Pulmonary TB Patients

Abstract

Background: Diabetes has long been recognised as a risk factor for both current and reactivated tuberculosis (TB). Diabetes increases the risk of tuberculosis by a factor of three (TB). Consequently, the incidence of tuberculosis is higher among diabetics than in the general population, and diabetes is a common comorbidity in TB patients. There is scientific evidence linking the two disorders, as indicated by systematic reviews. Diabetes and TB may exacerbate one another on multiple ways. Aims & objectives: To examine the glycemic profile of pulmonary TB cases that are active Methods & Materials: Department of Medicine, Santosh Medical College & Hospital, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, was where the research was conducted. Outpatients and inpatients of the medicine department at Santosh Hospital in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. Included in the study were a total of 100 consecutive cases of active pulmonary TB and 30 age- and gender-matched healthy controls. Results: Poor glycaemic control and Co-morbid diabetes was seen in 15% cases of TB as compared to 0% controls (p