Sindh Health Minister Dr. Azra Fazal Pechuho has expressed serious concern over the increasing number of tuberculosis (TB) cases, especially in Baldia Town, Kemari, which has become a hotspot for the disease.
Speaking at the inauguration of a new TB clinic by Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), she warned that TB is now a major threat to children and young girls, causing severe health issues, including infertility.
Dr. Pechuho stated that TB is curable if diagnosed early and treated properly. However, many patients misuse antibiotics or stop treatment midway, leading to drug-resistant TB. This makes the disease harder to treat, forcing doctors to use stronger “last-line” drugs. If precautions are not taken, even these drugs may stop working.
TB in children doesn’t just affect the lungs—it can damage the liver, brain, bones, and other organs. The minister stressed the need for early screening and proper medical care to prevent the disease from spreading.
Dr. Pechuho urged people to avoid self-medication, consult qualified doctors, and complete their antibiotic courses. She warned that drug-resistant TB is becoming more common and requires urgent action to control its spread.
The new MSF clinic in Baldia Town aims to provide better treatment and awareness to combat the rising TB crisis in the area.
